#RA-2191Read AloudCore & AcademicHard

New Internet Addiction

Official Question Material
Prep: 30-40 Seconds

Young people spend an average of six hours a day online, primarily using their smartphones, according to new research. Older people (those 24 years and older) spend 6 hours online. This research highlights the significant impact of digital technology on our daily lives and underscores the need for continued exploration of how we can balance our online and offline activities for optimal well-being.

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Pearson Official Scoring Guide for Read Aloud

Scored Enabling Skills

  • Reading (Content)
  • Speaking (Oral Fluency & Pronunciation)

Timing Standard

Response Window: 35-40 Seconds

💡 Examiner Strategy & Pro Tip:Keep a continuous rhythm. Never stop to correct mistakes or repeat words; pausing hurts fluency more than minor mispronunciations.