PATHWAYS U4 Reading 1

Chris Burkard's career as a photographer started when he joined Instagram.

• "TRUE"
• "FALSE"

In 2016, Instagram had 500 million users.

• "TRUE"
• "FALSE"

The passage provides tips on how to become a successful photographer on photo-sharing sites.

• "TRUE"
• "FALSE"

Using popular hashtags can help increase the visibility of your photos on Instagram.

• "TRUE"
• "FALSE"

Following and commenting on other users' posts is not recommended for building a successful photo-sharing account.

• "TRUE"
• "FALSE"

Instagram is the only photo-sharing site mentioned in the passage.

• "TRUE"
• "FALSE"

Chris Burkard gained over 2 million Instagram followers in just one year.

• "TRUE"
• "FALSE"

What introduced Chris Burkard to Instagram?

• a) A photography trip in Iceland
• b) A surfer
• c) A photo-sharing app
• d) A social media site

How many Instagram photos have the hashtag #getoutside?

• a) 5 million
• b) 6 million
• c) 500 million
• d) It is not mentioned in the passage.

What advice does the passage give for building a successful photo-sharing account?

• a) Try to imitate other successful photographers.
• b) Avoid using hashtags altogether.
• c) Engage with other users by following and commenting on their posts.
• d) Keep your photos private to create a sense of exclusivity.