Read and decide if the provided statements are true (T) or false (F). TEXT MESSAGING
Text messaging, also known as SMS (short message service), first became popular at the turn of
the new millennium. This trend started in Europe and Asia, and later became popular in the USA.
By 2010, Americans were sending more texts each day than making phone calls.
Why do people love this new form of communication? Is it because we want to be connected
with our friends and family at all times? People may have different reasons for texting depending
on their professions and lifestyles. Many people text because it is cheaper than a phone call. This
is why texting is very popular in developing countries.
Texting when driving causes a lot of accidents. Therefore, the practice of texting and driving is
illegal in many countries. Howevek many people continue to text and drive.
And what about texting when walking? Some people do not pay attention when crossing the
roads or walking through busy streets. Others may text when running or taking a dog for a walk.
Did texting keep you from stopping to smell the flowers today?
1
The SMS stands for short mail service"
2
People in developing countries don't use
text messaging because it is expensive.
W* *e you,
3 The practice of texting and driving is legal
in many countries.
4
Some people like to text while walking.
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