Task 2 - Read the messages between a father and his son. Do you think the son was addicted to playing video games? Find evidence for your opinion - SHS Friends Global 11 page 65

1. Nội dung câu hỏi

A: Dad, I'm interested in playing video games, you know. However, you are always unhappy with that. You get curious about the types of game I play. You're afraid that I'll be addicted to it. You're worried about the amount of time I spend online. Although I'm a teenager, I'm aware of

what I should do. I'm responsible enough for my studying. You see, I'm always successful at maths and English. I love you, Dad.

B: Dear my boy, I feel dissatisfied with your staying up late playing video games. I'm sometimes shocked at your words when I remind you to do homework. I know you're good at maths and English, but I think you need to spend more time playing sports. And don't be too sensitive to

my advice. How about a game of badminton with me next Saturday evening? Lots of love.

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3. Lời giải chi tiết

Yes, I think the son was addicted to playing video games. Here is some evidence from the messages:

The father says that he is "dissatisfied" with his son's video game playing and that he is "sometimes shocked" at his son's words when he reminds him to do homework. This suggests that the son's video game playing is having a negative impact on his relationship with his father and on his schoolwork.

The father says that he is "afraid" that his son will be addicted to video games and that he is "worried" about the amount of time his son spends online. This suggests that the father believes that his son's video game playing is out of control.

The son says that he is "responsible enough" for his studying and that he is "always successful at maths and English." This suggests that the son is trying to convince his father that his video game playing is not having a negative impact on his schoolwork. However, the fact that

the father is still worried about the son's video game playing suggests that the father does not believe the son's claims.