Reading - Why I Still Buy Notebooks

Read the text and complete the activities below.

Do you remember the last time you bought a pen? In 2026, most people carry a smartphone or a tablet everywhere. We use keyboards to send messages, write emails at work, and even take notes in meetings. It is very fast, and digital documents are easy to organize. You can "Search" for a word and find it in one second.

However, there is a problem. When we type very fast, we sometimes don't think about the information. Our fingers move, but our brain is "sleeping." Many teachers say that students who use pens and paper are better at remembering lessons. Why? Because writing by hand is slower. You have to choose the most important words to write down.

Also, a notebook doesn't have "notifications." When you write in a diary, you don't see ads or messages from Instagram. It is just you and the paper. It is a moment of peace in a very busy digital world. I love my laptop for work, but for my personal dreams and big ideas, I always choose a beautiful notebook and a blue pen.

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1: Comprehension

Choose the correct option.

1. According to the text, what is a benefit of digital documents?

a) They help you sleep better.

b) They are easy to organize and search.

c) They make your handwriting more beautiful.

2. Why is writing by hand better for memory?

a) Because it is faster than typing.

b) Because you have to choose only the important information.

c) Because blue pens are special.

3. What is the "problem" with typing mentioned in the text?

a) It costs too much money.

b) People might not process the information deeply.

c) Keyboards are often broken.

4. Why does the author think notebooks are "peaceful"?

a) Because they don't have digital distractions like notifications.

b) Because paper is white and quiet.

c) Because you can only use them at night.

Activity 2: Vocabulary Match

Match the words to their definitions.

Definitions:

• A. A book with empty pages for writing.
• B. To write using a keyboard.
• C. A mobile computer with a touch screen.
• D. To look for information.
• E. To keep things in a clear order.
• F. Alerts or messages on a screen.

1. Tablet Select... A B C D E F

2. Search Select... A B C D E F

3. Notebook Select... A B C D E F

4. Notifications Select... A B C D E F

5. To type Select... A B C D E F

6. To organize Select... A B C D E F