Technology use seems to be the new wave of addiction hitting people of all ages. Its extreme use can be compared to the use of drugs, which is called Plug-in Heroin.
The next time you’re in a crowded public place, look at the people around you. It’s hard to find someone who isn’t glued to the tiny screen, fingers moving at lightning speeds, texting their friends, emailing co-workers or listening to music. It may seem ridiculous that someone is that addicted to such a small object. I’ve seen people who seem to be at their wits’ end(不知所措)if their phone or iPad has been taken away, lost or left at home.
Some people may ask, “What’s wrong with technology use? It’s a way for people to communicate.” While this is true, the overuse of technology isn’t always appropriate in certain settings. Schools are becoming stricter about the use of cell phones, iPads and other electronics in classrooms. Various workplaces have signs hanging on their walls warning employees that “Cell phone use is not permitted ”or “Cell phones are forbidden.”
Electronics may be a way for people to communicate and stay in touch with each other, but the disadvantages may outweigh the benefits. People are losing the ability to hold face-to-face conversations with others. However, it’s hard to avoid electronics in this day and age because almost everything is turning into an electronic format. Books, originally meant for paper design, are now being transferred(转存) to electronic forms. Photo albums, and even yearbooks, can now be viewed via the internet. With this growing trend, future generations are bound to become even more addicted to technology.
Is there a cure for electronic addiction? Simply turning electronics off for an hour or two a day may help to an extent, but it will not completely rid electronic addiction. There only seems to be one cure left, and it may be the hardest: self control.
12. What is Plug-in Heroin?
A.The growing popularity of electronics. |
B.The unreasonable dependence on electronics. |
C.The serious consequences of technology use. |
D.The future possibility of technology development. |
13. The second paragraph is intended to ________.
A.show people’s addiction to electronics |
B.persuade people to quit electronics |
C.prove electronics are harmful to people |
D.tell people it is ridiculous to use electronics |
14. Why is it difficult to avoid electronics nowadays?
A.Fewer choices are left for communication. |
B.The design of paper books is less interesting. |
C.It is a must to use electronics to keep in touch. |
D.Too many things are available in electronic forms. |
15. In the author's opinion, what is the best way to cure electronic addiction?
A.Turn off the electronics for an hour or two. |
B.Be stricter about the use of cell phones, iPads and other electronics in classrooms.. |
C.Learn to control yourself. |
D.Cell phones are forbidden in the workplaces. |