Social Media Vocabulary Challenge

Define the term 'hashtag' and its purpose.

• A hashtag is a keyword or phrase preceded by a '#' symbol, used to identify and categorize content on social media.

• A hashtag is a graphic design element used in posts.

• A hashtag is a tool for sending private messages.

• A hashtag is a type of social media account.

What is the impact of social media on mental health?

• Social media is solely responsible for mental health disorders.

• Social media has a mixed impact on mental health, offering both support and potential harm.

• Social media only has positive effects on mental health.

• Social media has no effect on mental health.

Identify three popular social media platforms used today.

• Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

• Snapchat

• LinkedIn

• Pinterest

Evaluate the effectiveness of emojis in online communication.

• Emojis are only used for decoration and have no real impact on communication.

• Emojis are universally understood across all cultures without any context.

• Emojis are effective in enhancing emotional expression and clarity in online communication.

• Emojis confuse the message and make it harder to understand.

Interpret the trend of 'influencer marketing' in social media.

• Brands are moving away from influencer partnerships entirely.

• Only celebrity influencers are effective in marketing.

• Influencer marketing is trending upwards, with a focus on micro influencers and measurable ROI.

• Influencer marketing is declining due to lack of engagement.

Define 'viral content' and give an example.

• Viral content is only about memes; an example is a funny cat video.

• Viral content refers to any advertisement; an example is a billboard campaign.

• Viral content is media that spreads quickly through social sharing; an example is the 'Ice Bucket Challenge'.

• Viral content is media that is only shared via email; an example is a newsletter.

Analyze how social media can affect public opinion.

• Social media only reflects existing public opinions without influencing them.

• Public opinion is solely shaped by traditional media.

• Social media significantly influences public opinion by amplifying voices, creating echo chambers, and prioritizing engaging content.

• Social media has no impact on public opinion.

What are the main features of Instagram as a social media platform?

• Limited user profiles

• Live streaming without interaction

• Text-only posts

• Main features of Instagram include photo and video sharing, user profiles, stories, direct messaging, and content creation tools.

Evaluate the role of privacy settings on social media accounts.

• Privacy settings are primarily for increasing follower counts.

• Privacy settings are crucial for protecting personal information and controlling audience access on social media.

• Privacy settings only affect the visibility of posts.

• Privacy settings are unnecessary for social media accounts.

Define 'troll' in the context of online interactions.

• A troll is a person who shares personal stories online.

• A troll is someone who provides helpful advice in forums.

• A troll is someone who deliberately stirs up trouble in online discussions.

• A troll is a type of online game character.