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I. Based on the provided passage, design a cloze test intended for an 11th-grade midterm exam (CEFR B1 level). Please complete the following tasks:
          Compulsive scrolling, social media fixation, and hours lost to online videos are often dismissed as mere distractions—but some argue they may have deeper cognitive consequences. The term "brain rot," recently popularized by Oxford University Press, refers to the perceived decline in intellectual or mental functioning attributed to excessive consumption of trivial digital content. Although evocative, the concept remains scientifically ambiguous.

         Neurologist Andreana Benitez likens low-quality online material to "junk food for the brain," suggesting that overindulgence may degrade mental well-being. While definitive evidence explaining how—or whether—such content directly harms the brain is still lacking, there is, however, CDC data showing that 1 in 4 teenage frequent scrollers report feeling anxious or depressed. Some research suggests problems with heavy online use may begin quite young. Adolescents who spend greater amounts of screen time may be more likely to experience mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, hyperactivity disorder and oppositional defiant disorder, and related physical symptoms such as pain, dizziness or nausea.
         While there's no evidence that hours of daily screen time are changing the structure of the human brain, it's what's not happening during those hours that could be harmful, especially for young people whose brains are still developing. Neuroscientist Costantino stresses that developing brains require varied sensory and social experiences. Excessive screen time limits physical activity and face-to-face interaction, depriving individuals of complex emotional and sensory input. Digital interactions, while convenient, lack the richness of real human engagement.

         Content quality also plays a critical role. Exposure to misleading or negative material can distort perception and induce psychological fatigue. But how much is too much has yet to be determined, Benitez said. Sticking to her junk food analogy, she likened short periods of screen time to the occasional junk food snack. "One bag of chips might not be that bad, but if you're eating three at a time, that might be a problem," she said.
        Managing digital consumption is challenging, given its integration into education, work, and social life. Nonetheless, adults bear responsibility for guiding healthier habits, particularly for children. Encouraging critical thinking, curating meaningful content, and limiting stimulating media before bedtime can mitigate adverse effects. Organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend balanced screen use that fosters creativity and relationships while promoting offline activities such as sports and the arts. Ultimately, digital media is not inherently harmful; its impact depends on purpose and moderation.

1. Adapt the Text: Rewrite and adapt the passage into a coherent text of approximately 200 words. (15%)