6 Questions
What is the primary concern about children watching violent television?
They may confuse fantasy with reality
What did Smith's 1997 study find about children who watched more than three hours of violent television a day?
They were more likely to say what they saw on television was 'really happening'
Why might some children who watch violent entertainment be attracted to violence?
Because they have a predisposition to violence
What is the relationship between the claim and the reason in the argument about TV violence?
The reason is the evidence that supports the claim
What is the purpose of acknowledging that some children might already be attracted to violence?
To respond to an anticipated question or objection
What did Jones's 1999 study find about children's attraction to violent images?
Children with no predisposition to violence were as attracted to violent images as those with a violent history
Test your understanding of supporting claims with evidence in the context of the psychological effects of TV on children. This quiz delves into the relationship between violent TV exposure and children's perception of reality. Evaluate your knowledge of evidence-based reasoning and critical thinking!
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