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The authors Janet Kornblum “Tapping into Text Messaging” and Michael Rubinkam “Texting in Class is Rampant” debate the good and bad sides of Texting with information and support. The idea of texting started in Europe in the late 90s, now it’s all over the world and communication had changed because of it, Texting, like speech, sign language and writing, is part of our developing language system. The authors tries to stay neutral towards the tropic, they highlighted both, pros and cons that come…

There are many parts to railroad crossings, and how to use them safely. When you are driving and you see a railroad crossing, the first step to do is slowing down, and paying very close attention. If there isn't a train crossing and the lights are not flashing, continue through with caution, and be serious. You need to always remember there could be a train at any time. In any area near a railroad track crossing, remember to turn down any sound so you can look and listen. If there is lights…

Since the 1950’s the television set has been a staple in every American family’s living room. They gathered around to watch the moon landing, nightly newscasts, Saturday Night Live, the Superbowl, presidential debates, and to find out the winner of American Idol. TV has a long history of impacting our culture and society, but what it once was is slowly dissolving and transforming into something new. We now live in the age of Netflix, binge watching, and being able to carry a TV with us at all…

Texting and driving, also referred to as texting while driving, is one of the most dangerous activities individuals engage in daily without realizing the severity of the consequences that could follow their actions. Technology has a huge role to play in distracted driving. However, not only does distracted driving put the user in danger, but also the individuals who surround the user. Despite the enforcement of laws against distracted driving, there are people who continue to drive while…

Driving is a dangerous activity that can result in injuries and even deaths. It is important to obey the law and stay safe. You need to pay attention to what is going on around you and stay free of distractions. This could protect your life, as well as others. After reading articles about driving, some information stood out to me. These subjects include, the dangers of distracted driving, the most common age of distracted driver incidents, why teenagers drive distracted, and ways to prevent car…

As technology becomes increasingly more advanced, society is further sucked into using wireless devices. In fact, people are becoming so attached to their phones, that they are now incapable of even crossing a street without posting the event on social media, and this is detrimental to all people on the road. Texting while walking should be banned because it poses a threat to everyone on roadways and also disrupts the flow of traffic. Texting while walking should be banned because it is…

The song “Car Radio” by the alternative rock group Twenty One Pilots is a song that should be broadcasted for its uplifting message. The band uses metaphors in the song to bring awareness to suicide, telling the audience that there are other alternatives for dealing with their minds. The car radio is the main metaphor used in this song. The song title is Car Radio and this car radio is mentioned often. The radio seems to be the only thing keeping the main singer, Tyler, sane it is the only…

With driving becoming more of a prevalent task, traffic violations cases are on the rise daily as well. There are many types of traffic violations, but there are a few that happen quite often, everywhere. The most common traffic violations are speeding, running a stop sign or stop light, unsafe driving, and finally, distracted driving. (Bline) In the past, there was no need for traffic laws because there were not enough vehicles for traffic laws to be necessary. With the rise of people…

Think of life today: cell phones, computers, tablets, and so much more. Ever think of life before this generation? No one had all the great technology people, especially Americans, possess today. People who grew up in the 70’s and 80’s know how dramatically things have changed and the differences that occurred over time. Paula Wenger, 48 of Sinking Spring can relate. Paula grew up in the town of Bristol, PA in Bucks County. Looking back on her life growing up and having watched her two teenage…

Studies have shown cell phone use has increased test scores by 70 percent. Some schools allows cell phone use in the classroom for educational purposes. Cell phones are helpful in the classroom. A cell phone helps with classwork, teachers doing less work, and students learning easier. These are some of the reasons why cell phones should be allowed in class. First and foremost, cell phones help with classwork. If a student is having trouble with looking something up in a textbook a cell phone…