Are Celebrities Bad For Us? - Intermediate Reading

The majority of teenagers develop an intense emotional attachment to their favorite celebrities.

• True

• False

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Teenagers who have an ‘entertainment-social’ interest in celebrities are more likely to develop mental health issues.

• True

• False

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People with a ‘borderline-pathological’ interest in celebrities are willing to go to extreme activities to please them.

• True

• False

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The study found that celebrities were just as narcissistic as business school graduates.

• True

• False

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Musicians were ranked as the least narcissistic group among the celebrities studied.

• True

• False

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The study concluded that celebrities become narcissistic because of their fame.

• True

• False

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Reality TV stars scored the lowest on measures of self-importance and exploitation.

• True

• False

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People with an intense-personal connection to celebrities often feel emotionally _______________ to them, as if they share a deep personal bond.

• detached

• connected

• isolated

• reluctant

Some celebrities compensate for feelings of insignificance through excessive _______________, constantly seeking attention.

• modesty

• humility

• showiness

• patience

Studies indicate that highly narcissistic individuals are more _______________ in their interactions, often prioritizing their own success over others.

• generous

• exploitative

• cooperative

• humble