Social Media Influencers as Role Models

What is the main purpose of this passage?

• To explain how social media influencers gain popularity.

• To argue that social media influencers should not be role models for teens.

• To describe the daily lives of social media influencers.

• To compare social media influencers to teachers and parents.

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Which sentence from the passage best supports the author’s claim that influencers prioritize fame over responsibility?

• “They post perfect pictures, expensive outfits, and lavish lifestyles that most people can’t afford.” (Sentence 5)

• “They might endorse products they don’t even use or spread rumors just to get more likes.” (Sentence 9)

• “For example, a study from last year showed that 70% of teens feel pressured to look or act a certain way after seeing influencer posts.” (Sentence 6)

• “In conclusion, social media influencers might be entertaining, but they shouldn’t be role models for teenagers.” (Sentence 15)

How does the author counter the argument that influencers inspire creativity and connect with fans, as mentioned in sentence 2?

• By ignoring it and focusing only on the negative effects of influencers.

• By arguing that the creativity and connection are outweighed by unrealistic standards and irresponsible behavior, as shown in sentences 4-11.

• By suggesting that fans should stop following influencers altogether, without providing reasons.

• By claiming that only scientists and athletes can inspire creativity, as stated in sentence 12.

How does the author’s use of the phrase “filtered highlights” in sentence 7 contribute to the overall argument?

• It suggests that influencers provide a balanced view of life, making them ideal role models.

• It implies that influencers only show the best parts of life, which misleads teens and supports the author’s claim against them.

• It indicates that influencers are skilled at editing, which is a positive trait for role models.

• It shows that the author admires influencers for their ability to create engaging content.

How does the author’s choice to use the phrase “proven track records” in sentence 12 (“Finally, teens should look to role models who have proven track records, like athletes or scientists, not people who are famous just for being online”) support their claim?

• It suggests that influencers also have proven track records, making them equally valid role models.

• It establishes a standard of credibility and achievement for role models, contrasting with the transient fame of influencers.

• It implies that athletes and scientists are less reliable than influencers, undermining the argument.

• It distracts from the main point by focusing on unrelated professions.

How does the metaphor “a world full of online noise” in sentence 17 (“By focusing on better role models, teens can build confidence and make smarter choices in a world full of online noise”) strengthen the author’s claim?

• It suggests that online content is quiet and easy to ignore, making influencers less influential.

• It portrays social media as chaotic and overwhelming, implying that influencers contribute to confusion rather than guidance.

• It compares influencers to musicians, suggesting they create harmony for teens.

• It minimizes the impact of social media, weakening the author’s argument against influencers.

What does the author’s critical tone in sentence 9 (“They might endorse products they don’t even use or spread rumors just to get more likes”) suggest about their relationship with the audience?

• The author assumes the audience already dislikes influencers and wants to reinforce that view.

• The author believes the audience is unfamiliar with influencers and needs a neutral explanation.

• The author thinks the audience supports influencers and tries to change their mind with harsh criticism.

• The author is indifferent to the audience, focusing only on factual reporting without emotion.

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How does the author’s use of the statistic in sentence 6 (“For example, a study from last year showed that 70% of teens feel pressured to look or act a certain way after seeing influencer posts”) appeal to the intended audience?

• It entertains the audience with interesting numbers, making the passage more engaging for influencers.

• It provides factual evidence to persuade parents and teens that influencers can harm mental health, addressing their concerns directly.

• It confuses the audience by focusing on irrelevant data, alienating both teens and adults.

• It targets tech developers by showing the impact of social media algorithms, which isn’t relevant to teens or parents.

Which part of the passage might make the argument weaker because it doesn’t give all sides fairly, and how could this affect how readers see the author’s point?

• Sentence 2 (“Some people argue that influencers should be considered role models because they inspire creativity, share helpful tips, and connect with fans”) might be unfair because it quickly dismisses these positive ideas without explaining them, which could make readers think the author isn’t being honest.

• Sentence 9 (“They might endorse products they don’t even use or spread rumors just to get more likes”) is too general and assumes all influencers are the same, which might make readers doubt if the author really understands the issue.

• Sentence 12 (“Finally, teens should look to role models who have proven track records, like athletes or scientists, not people who are famous just for being online”) only gives two choices, which isn’t fair because there could be other good role models, and this might make readers feel the author is overstating the problem.

• Sentence 16 (“Teens deserve guides who promote authenticity, responsibility, and real achievement, not just likes and shares”) sounds too strong and doesn’t consider that some influencers might also have good qualities, which could make readers think the author is biased.

Which revision of sentence 14 (“While some influencers do good things, like raising money for charity, their main goal is usually to grow their own brand, not to help others”) correctly uses commas to improve clarity?

• While some influencers do good things, like raising money for charity their main goal is usually to grow their own brand, not to help others.

• While some influencers do good things like raising money for charity, their main goal is usually to grow their own brand, not to help others.

• While some influencers do good things, like raising money for charity, their main goal is usually, to grow their own brand, not to help others.

• While some influencers do good things, like raising money for charity their main goal, is usually to grow their own brand not to help others.