Better Than Words: Say It with a Selfie

What is the main claim of “Better Than Words: Say It with a Selfie”?

• • Smart phones have improved society.

• • Selfies are a positive form of self-expression.

• • Mobile devices make taking selfies easier.

• • People throughout history have made self-portraits.

Select two quotations that illustrate the author’s belief that selfies are effective ways for us to express ourselves

• “From ancient Egypt to the early Greeks to famous painters such as Rembrandt and van Gogh, people have expressed themselves artistically through self-portraits.” (paragraph 2)

• “Photographers don’t care if they show who you truly are in those boring photos; they’re interested only in making sure you are in focus.” (paragraph 4)

• ”By taking and sharing a selfie, you can share what you are thinking, feeling, or doing with your friends.” (paragraph 13)

• “Selfies are all about online social networks, and social networks lead to better relationships.” (paragraph 14)

• “Teens especially say they have more positive experiences than negative ones when using social media.” (paragraph 14)

Which quotation from the passage best supports the claim, "Selfies have become the most popular form of photography."

• "Whatever that side may be, by showing the selfie-taker’s interests, selfies become more real than any boring photographer’s work. (paragraph 4)Whatever that side may be, by showing the selfie-taker’s interests, selfies become more real than any boring photographer’s work. "(paragraph 4)

• "One gallery in London even held an international selfie competition for people to submit the most artistic selfies. "(paragraph 7)

• "Some people are not allowed to say positive things about themselves because other people will say that they are full of themselves. "(paragraph 9)

What is the main argument presented by the author in the text?

• Selfies are a form of narcissism.

• Selfies are an important means of self-expression and connection.

• Selfies should be avoided in social media.

• Selfies are only popular among teenagers.

What is the author's purpose in discussing the studies related to selfies and self-confidence?

• To promote taking selfies at all costs.

• To inform readers about the psychological benefits of selfies.

• To argue that selfies diminish personal relationships.

• To warn against the dangers of social media.

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What is the claim of “Better Than Words: Say It with a Selfie”?

• People throughout history have made self-portraits.

• Selfies are a positive form of self-expression.

• A lot can be learned about people from their selfies.

• Mobile devices make taking selfies easier.

What is the main rhetorical device used in "Better Than Words: Say It With a Selfie"?

• Irony

• Tone

• Allusion

• Hyperbole

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Which quotation from the passage best supports the claim: A lot can be learned about people from their selfies.

• Since we all have smart phones and social media is everywhere and here to stay, we stay in touch with friends by taking selfies. (paragraph 13)

• One gallery in London even held an international selfie competition for people to submit the most artistic selfies. (paragraph 7)

• Some people are not allowed to say positive things about themselves because other people will say that they are full of themselves. (paragraph 9)

• Whatever that side may be, by showing the selfie-taker’s interests, selfies become more real than any boring photographer’s work. (paragraph 4)

Which sentence best supports the claim that selfies help create memories?

• "By posing with friends or at special events or places, we create snapshots that we can look back on with fond feelings."

• "By taking and sharing a selfie, you can share what you are thinking, feeling, or doing with your friends."

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  "Humans, since the beginning of time, have used self-portraits to express themselves."

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  "Selfies also empower us because they make us happy."

Why does the author shift between using “they” and “we” in the passage?

•  To emphasize the divide between selfie-takers and those who do not take selfies.

• To create confusion about who is being addressed.

• To distinguish between the critics of selfies and those who use selfies as a form of expression, while also fostering a sense of community among selfie-takers.

• To avoid committing to any particular viewpoint in the argument.