Task 2 · · 18 samples

Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Is it a positive or negative trend?

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Ideas to explore

Explain how engaging content, autoplay and mobile games can make children lose track of time.
Discuss how family device habits and the convenience of phones may normalise frequent use.
Weigh potential benefits such as learning and communication against effects on sleep, physical activity and concentration.

Suggested structure

Introduce the issue and give a clear view on whether the trend is positive or negative.
Use the first body paragraph to explain key causes, supported by specific examples.
Use the second body paragraph to evaluate consequences and acknowledge any genuine benefits.
Conclude by restating the judgement and giving a practical response, such as setting reasonable limits.

Useful vocabulary & examples

immediate entertainment: Enjoyment that is available quickly and with little effort.
Games and short videos provide immediate entertainment for children.
stay connected with friends: Maintain communication and contact with other people.
Messaging apps help children stay connected with friends outside school.
face-to-face interaction: Communication between people who are physically together.
Heavy phone use may leave less time for face-to-face interaction.
set clear screen-time boundaries: Establish understandable limits on how long devices can be used.
Parents can set clear screen-time boundaries, especially before bedtime.

Sample answers

AI-completed learning example

314 words · Illustrative target band

It is asserted that few toddlers devote more time on their technical devices every day. There are many reasons behind this phenomenon firstly due to the advancement in the technology and due the the busy schedule of the parents. I think it is a negative development which I will discuss in aforementioned points in the following paragraphs. Phones have many things which children enjoy. They can watch videos, play game…

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AI-completed learning example

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Smartphones have become an internal part of human beings. Especially there are some young ones who spend hours together on technology on a daily basis. In this competitive world, in regard to the educational system, children are forced to learn lessons and submit assessments on the school’s own applications. As per the current growth, it is easy for school use to become mixed with entertainment. I think long periods …

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AI-completed learning example

348 words · Illustrative target band

In this modern and digitalized world, each and every home has more than a smartphone and tablets. Children spend most of the time on these types of gadgets. On the other hand, when they go to school, even teachers used to take exams and do routine work on smartphones or tablets. Electronic devices, when used for school tasks, can be helpful. But children may continue using them for games and videos after the task is …

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