阅读七选五 Is conversation a lost art? The next time you eat at a restaurant , take some time to look around you.What do you notice? __ 1 __How many of them are engaged ( 忙于 ) in face-to-face conversations? On the other hand , how many of them have their heads down using a smartphone? Thanks to smartphones and the Internet , we're able to text , email , or make phone calls all day long.__ 2 __Experts argue , however , that the types of communication made possible by modern technology have come at the expense of real , face-to-face conversations.Even though we're connecting more than ever , the exchanges aren't as deep as in-person conversations. Do we really spend that much time on electronic devices ( 设备 ) , though ? __ 3 __According to a recent study , today's young Americans (ages 8-18) spend more than seven-and-a-half hours every day on electronic devices , such as smartphones , televisions , computers , and video games. So what's the big deal? Many experts have noted that a reliance ( 依赖 ) upon electronic communications can have a negative effect on social skills and writing skills.__ 4 __While digital communications teach certain skills and habits , face-to-face conversations teach other skills that are important for our overall well-being. __ 5 __Experts urge people to unplug more often.Set aside time without electronics to share face-to-face conversations with friends and family.Keeping a healthy balance between on-screen and off-screen discussions will make you a better communicator in all areas of your life. A . Researchers have found the answer is yes. B . Pay particular attention to the other people around you. C . How can we be sure we don't lose the art of conversation? D . When you're sad or lonely , a smile may make a huge difference. E . This can make it harder to keep healthy relationships as an adult. F . In many ways , we're communicating more than we ever had in the past. G . There's an average of 11 hours of media content in those seven-and-a-half hours.