TKA_Part 15

TKA B. Inggris SMA

Debate Text: Should Smartphones Be Allowed in the Classroom?

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In today’s world, smartphones have become an inseparable part of students’ lives. Many argue that smartphones should be allowed in the classroom because they offer quick access to information and digital learning tools. For instance, students can use educational apps, dictionaries, and even research materials instantly during a lesson.

On the other hand, critics claim that smartphones are a major source of distraction. Notifications from social media, games, and chatting apps can easily shift students’ focus away from the lesson. Teachers often find it challenging to maintain students’ attention when phones are constantly buzzing.

Supporters also believe that allowing smartphones in class prepares students for the future. Technology will continue to play a big role in their lives and careers. By learning how to manage smartphones responsibly, students can develop digital literacy and problem-solving skills, which are essential in the modern world.

However, opponents warn that not all students have equal access to smartphones. This may create inequality and feelings of exclusion among those who cannot afford advanced devices. Therefore, schools need to carefully consider both the advantages and disadvantages before making a final decision.

Q1. What are the possible advantages of allowing smartphones in classrooms?

There is more than one correct answer

Students can access learning apps and dictionaries

They can instantly research materials online

They will never get distracted during lessons

It helps them build digital literacy for the future

It guarantees equality among all students

Q2. Classify the following arguments as "For" or "Against" using smartphones in class

Statement	For	Against
Smartphones prepare students for future careers	For	Against
Smartphones create inequality among students	For	Against
Social media notifications distract students	For	Against

Q3. What can we infer about teachers from the debate text?

There is more than one correct answer

They face difficulties keeping students focused when phones are used

They are concerned about the impact of technology on learning

They prefer students never use technology at all

They encourage students to play games during lessons

They must balance technology use with classroom discipline

Q4. According to the debate, which points support the "Against" side?

There is more than one correct answer

Smartphones are a source of distraction

They improve problem-solving skills

Not all students have equal access to smartphones

They give instant access to dictionaries

Social media and games disturb the learning process

Q5. From the debate, what should schools consider before making a decision?

There is more than one correct answer

Both the advantages and disadvantages of smartphone use

Only the benefits of using smartphones

The issue of inequality among students

The role of digital literacy in students’ future

How to increase students’ free time during lessons

Q3. What lesson can we learn from the story?

We must keep our promises faithfully

We should never eat fish

We must never get angry

We should always keep secrets from our children

We must build houses on hills

Q4. Which of the following describe the consequences of Toba’s broken promise?

There is more than one correct answer

His wife felt betrayed and heartbroken

A great flood occurred that formed Lake Toba

Samosir Island appeared in the middle of the lake

The village became a wealthy kingdom

Toba became the king of Sumatra

Q5. What can we infer about the role of character traits in this story?

There is more than one correct answer

Toba’s anger led him to break his promise

Samosir’s stubbornness triggered the conflict

The mother’s sadness led to the transformation of the valley

The story suggests that laziness always leads to wealth

The story implies that promises are unimportant

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