TikTok Is the New Search Engine

What is the central idea of the text?

• TikTok is a better search engine than Google for people who are looking for answers to less typical questions.

• TikTok has improved its algorithm to be able to respond more quickly to disinformation than Google.

• TikTok is replacing Google as a way for young people to quickly find answers to their questions.

• TikTok has changed the format of its app to match the way that Google shares results.

How do paragraphs 17-19 contribute to the article?

• by explaining an important new feature of TikTok's app

• by introducing a downside of TikTok's use as a search engine

• by sharing how old and young people view TikTok differently

• by comparing the results for the same search from TikTok and Google

What is the central idea of the text?

• TikTok has changed the format of its app to match the way that Google shares results.

• TikTok is replacing Google as a way for young people to quickly find answers to their questions.

• TikTok has improved its algorithm to be able to respond more quickly to disinformation than Google.

• TikTok is a better search engine than Google for people who are looking for answers to less typical questions.

How do paragraphs 17-19 contribute to the article?

• By explaining an important new feature of TikTok's app

• By comparing the results for the same search from TikTok and Google

• By sharing how old and young people view TikTok differently

• By introducing a downside of TikTok's use as a search engine

Why does the author quote Jayla Johnson in the article?

• To contrast the ways older and younger people search for information

• To demonstrate that young people have shorter attention spans than older people

• To argue that young people are more tech savvy than older people

• To suggest that older people should consider using TikTok

What is the main focus of the article 'For Gen Z, TikTok Is the New Search Engine' by Kalley Huang?

• The history of social media platforms

• Generation Z using TikTok as a primary source of information and entertainment

• The impact of TikTok on older generations

• The benefits of traditional search engines

In what ways does TikTok serve as a search engine for Gen Z, as mentioned in the article?

• By allowing users to order food through the app

• By providing weather updates based on user location

• By offering virtual reality experiences to users

• By allowing users to discover content through hashtags, sounds, and trends.

How does the article suggest that Gen Z is using TikTok differently than other generations?

• Gen Z is using TikTok to promote traditional media content.

• Gen Z is using TikTok to create authentic, relatable content, engage in challenges and trends, and prioritize creativity and humor over polished production quality.

• Gen Z is using TikTok to share lengthy, detailed tutorials.

• Gen Z is using TikTok primarily for business marketing purposes.

According to the article, what role does TikTok play in the lives of Gen Z?

• TikTok is primarily used for professional networking

• TikTok is a platform for online shopping

• TikTok is only popular among older generations

• TikTok provides a platform for creative expression, entertainment, social connection, and cultural influence.

What is the main argument of the article 'TikTok Is the New Search Engine'?

• TikTok is a better search engine than Google for niche queries.

• TikTok is replacing Google as a primary search tool for young people.

• TikTok has improved its algorithm to combat misinformation.

• TikTok's format is now similar to Google's search results.