May 13-24: ARE CHILD ACTORS EXPLOITED BY THE FILM AND TV INDUSTRY?

Are Child actors exploited by the film and TV Industry?

emerge -- exploit -- furthermore -- confront -- interfere

Reading Comprehension Questions from the Topic Introduction:

1. Why is Honey Boo Boo popular with American audiences?
2. Why do some people think shows like Honey Boo Boo and Toddlers and Tiaras exploit young children?
3. 
   Why do some people think that children who view shows like these might benefit from watching other children on reality TV shows?
4. Why does the passage include information about actress Emma Watson?
5. Do you think that children should be able to participate on reality TV shows? 
   

TEEN BIZ READINGS for Week of May 13-17
1.  New Rules for Young Farmers
2.  Runway Rights
3.  Private!  Keep Out!

Debate site for topic:                                        Ban Child Performers       LINK

Debate site for topic:    Reality TV Shows do more harm than Good        LINK