The Beauty of Boredom
Which is the BEST summary of the passage?
Boredom leads to daydreaming. This helps
people to spend an increased amount of
time thinking and reflecting.
What bores you to tears? For me, it's
guided tours, rush-hour traffic, and
instruction manuals. After five minutes,
I'm desperate for something more
exciting. However, recent research
suggests that boredom is a state we
should cultivate, not escape.
Boredom can enhance creative problem-
solving. While people often use technology to
escape boredom, they should take
advantage of it.
In a 2014 British study, participants who
completed boring tasks before tackling a
creative challenge did much better than
People have a growing interest in boredom.
Thousands of people have attended
conferences about boredom.

People spend too much time on their phones.
While people enjoy using their phones, they
would gain more benefits from mind-
expanding walks.

Which of the following are historical events that likely influenced the writing of “the second coming”? select all that apply.

Excerpt from the ultimate fighting championship mary o'dell 1 american interest in mixed martial arts is growing. both male and female athletes are invited to compete, although this sport is not recommended for the prima donna. this full contact fighting combines various martial arts techniques so fighters with different styles can compete against each other. this intriguing sport has convinced more than one athlete that he is not, in fact, the alpha and the omega! many people think that all combative sports should be strictly monitored and regulated by state commissions. it is obvious that the ultimate fighting championship (ufc) is an organization that promotes combative athletic events. state athletic commissions should strictly monitor and regulate the ufc. select the rebuttal statement that best refutes the viewpoint in section one. a) it is necessary to oversee the athletes involved in mixed martial arts. b) it is unnecessary to oversee the athletes involved in mixed martial arts. c) it is necessary for athletes involved in mixed martial arts to self-regulate. d) one distinctive feature of mixed martial arts is the combination of various techniques.

Finish these lyrics cuz im bored lol " said i wouldnt die yeah" "no, im not alright yeah"