internet addiction

2. Mini Lessons: Internet Addiction
Beginner
Heads Up English
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the ARTICLE
Read the article.
Almost everyone uses the Internet these days. It's a very useful invention. In fact, some
people think the Internet is the most important invention ever.
People surf the Internet for information, movies, and music. They study and read books. They
play games. They talk with friends on social media websites like Facebook or Twitter.
However, some people are addicted to the Internet. In other words, they use the Internet too
much and cannot stop. For these people, they don't go outside, do chores, or meet with
friends because the Internet is more exciting. They feel uncomfortable when they cannot surf
the Internet or check email. In fact, about 6% of people are addicted, and it is a very serious
problem.
Are you addicted to the Internet?
WARM UP
Discuss the question with your partner for two or three minutes.
1: How often do you use the Internet?
2: Why do you use the Internet? Please explain.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
Answer the questions before/after your read the article.
1: What do some people think about the Internet?
2: How do people use the Internet?
3: For people who are addicted to the Internet, what problems do they have?
DISCUSS
Discuss these questions with a partner. Remember to support your answers.
1: Did you like this article? Why/not?
2: Are you addicted to the Internet? Why do/don't you think so?
3: Is the Internet the most important invention ever? Please explain.