Not Everything it Seems

What is the author's purpose in the selection?

• To argue that the influencer world has problems beneath the surface

• To express concerns that the influencer world is causing harm

• To inform the audience about how the influencer world works

• To entertain readers with stories about the influencer world

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

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What is the author's main message about the influencer world?

• It offers an easy, exciting way to be a tastemaker.

• If offers a way to improve your marketing skills.

• It's a fun, rewarding way to make money.

• It's not as glamorous as it appears to be.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

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Read this sentence from paragraph 1.

"But when you pull back the curtain on social media influencers, are they as real as they seem?"

What is the effect of the phrase pull back the curtain in this sentence?

• it suggests that the influencer world is better than it might seem at first.

• It suggests that many aspects of the influencer world are artificial.

• It indicates that powerful people are controlling the influencer world.

• It indicates that the influencer world is not as influential as many believe.

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What are TWO purposes of the section called "#Worldofinfluencers"?

• To give advice to influencers

• To describe what influencers do

• To explain why influencers have power

• To show the downside of the influencer world

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In the section "#worldofinfluencers," the author writes that the impact of influencers has been somewhat positive. Which sentence from the selection best supports this central idea?

• It's an exciting world, with famous people appearing to live their best lives while offering advice on how you can too. (Paragraph 2)

• But you are probably also familar with teens and tweens who hae become "Insta-famous" as online "tastemakers." (paragraph 3)

• These low-profile micro-influencers have a unique power--they seem authentic. (paragraph 4)

• There's a lot to admire about influencers, especially those who promote good ideas. (paragraph 5)

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CCSS.RI.7.2

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Which conclusion about interacting with the influencer world is best supported by the selection?

• It is best never to engage with the influencer world.

• It can be quite enjoyable if you follow certain suggestions.

• It can be worthwhile, but it's important to ignore the reality.

• It's not worth it, since nobody pays attention to influencers anymore.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

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Which sentence from paragraph 8 best supports the conclusion about interacting with influencers?

• Some now believe the influencer world is fading.

• They see weary audiences who are tired of all the perfect images.

• It's not necessary to shun influencers; simply try to strike a balance in your choices.

• Don't measure yourself against the seemingly perfect images.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

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What is the author's main purpose for including headings throughout the selection?

• To make the selection more enjoyable to read

• To put important ideas in chronological order

• To highlight the main ideas in each section

• To clarify the main arguments for readers.

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Throughout the selection, the author reinforces the idea that the influencer world should be approached with caution, which sentence best supports this idea?

• Most importantly, they affect what others think, watch and buy. (paragraph 1)

• These influencers are somewhat invisible to adults. (paragraph 3)

• Popular influencers make lost of money from their connections with followers.(paragraph 6)

• Being a social media influencer is often harder than it looks, and often not all it seems to be. (paragraph 7)

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Which is the correct dictionary definition for the word "validation" as used in the following sentence?

It's a system based on social approval, likes and dislikes, validation in views, success in followers...it's perfectly orchestrated judgment.

• the act of establishing the soundness, accuracy, or legitimacy of

• the declaration or legal validation of something

• an indication of official sanction

• verification of the existence of something

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