Unit 3 - Lesson 3
3/1/2024 12:30:00 PM
Eating too much junk food and sugar and not exercising enough can cause _____.
- obesity
- sunburn
- overcrowding
- poverty
Wearing masks became normal during the COVID-19 _____ to prevent the virus from spreading.
- privacy
- lack
- permission
- pandemic
He used to _____ others, but now he understands how wrong it was.
- benefit
- bully
- reuse
- inspire
_____ to video games can make it hard for students to focus on their schoolwork.
- Difference
- Cause
- Addiction
- Damage
Choose the word(s) which is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
He decided to quit his job because he wanted to start his own business.
- choose
- leave
- lose
- seek
Choose the word(s) which is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
People with low self-esteem often feel unsure about their abilities.
- self-access
- self-rule
- self-love
- self-worth
Listen to the audio and complete the summary. Write NO MORE THAN 2 WORDS as you hear in each gap.
Causes:
- Increased and social media use
Effects:
- Screen Addiction
- Low concentration
- of sleep
- Worse grades
- Damaged
- Cyberbullying
- Sadness
- Loneliness
- school/social activities
- Difficulty in self-love
Solutions:
- Encourage screen habits
- and support
Read the text and choose the best answer. Write a letter (A-D) in each box below.
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A. Additionally, many teens skip meals or overeat due to stress or boredom, and this also leads to weight gain. B. Simple activities like walking, cycling, or playing with friends can make a big difference in preventing obesity. C. Many schools have even reduced physical education classes. D. Obesity in teenagers has become a serious issue in recent years. |
Several factors contribute to this growing problem, including unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical activity.
One major cause of obesity in teenagers is poor diet. Many teenagers consume large amounts of fast food, sugary drinks, and snacks that are high in calories but low in nutrition. Teenagers often prefer these foods because they are quick, cheap, and tasty, but they do not provide the nutrients they need for a healthy body.
Another major cause of obesity is the lack of physical activity, which is often due to screen and game addiction. Many teenagers spend hours in front of screens, whether it’s watching TV, playing video games, or using their phones. This leads to less time for exercise and outdoor activities. Without enough physical activity, the body doesn’t burn the calories from the food they eat.
To solve these problems, parents and schools need to encourage teenagers to follow a healthier lifestyle. They should promote a balanced diet with more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and less junk food. It is also important to limit screen time and encourage teenagers to get more exercise by playing sports or spending time outdoors.
Write a cause-and-effect essay about a teen's social issues. Write 150-180 words.