Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
How much time do you spend every day using technology? The shocking results of a study in the UK show that people living there now spend more time each day using media devices, such as laptops, mobile phones and tablets, than they do sleeping!
We live in a world where technology is everywhere 24/7 and we find it hard to disconnect from this digital bombardment. Increasingly, experts are recommending a digital detox - spending time without technology to combat the negative effects of tech dependence. Technology overuse has been linked to obesity, a poor attention span, an increase in stress and anxiety, poor sleep and low energy levels.
If the idea of disconnecting from media devices fills you with horror, you are not alone. However, it needn't mean totally cutting yourself off from technology. Small changes to your lifestyle can make a big difference - for example, create a technology-free zone at home, unplug for just one hour a day, ideally the hour before you go to sleep.
Those that want to go a step further can now book a digital detox holiday. There are an increasing number of travel companies which offer different 'de-tech' packages, ranging from places that are wi-fi free to hotels where you have to hand over all your electronic devices when you check in.
There are important benefits to digitally detoxing, which include better concentration, increased creativity and clarity of mind, improved social relationships and reduced stress and anxiety. So what are you waiting for? Switch off now - you never know, you might even enjoy it!
(Adapted from Optimise)
