Question 1 Part A What claim does the author make about binge-watching in the PRO section of the Newsela article "PRO/CON: Binge-Watching"? Binge-watching may lead to weight gain due to inactivity. Binge-watching can help people avoid conflict. Binge-watching may improve relationships. Binge-watching ruins feelings of anticipation for what comes next. Question 2 Part B Which statement accurately assesses the claim identified in Part A? It is ineffective because the physical and mental issues associated with binge-watching outweigh the benefits. It is effective because the author provides several examples of how binge-watching increases social connections, and refers to outside sources It effective because the author shares first-hand experience of spending more time as a family binge-watching. It is ineffective because when people are binge-watching, they are focused on the content of the shows, not interactions with others.