KUIS SNBT 1

What is the main idea of the passage?

• The passage explores the technological advancements in social media platforms and

  their impact on global communication networks.

• It discusses the psychological consequences of creating and maintaining an online

  identity, highlighting the potential for anxiety and inauthenticity

• The text compares and contrasts the methods of self-presentation in online

  environments versus traditional face-to-face interactions.

• An analysis of the economic opportunities provided by social media for influencers to

  monetize their personal brands.

The author's primary purpose in writing this text is to:

• advocate for the increased use of social media as a tool for personal expression and

  community building.

• caution readers about the potential negative psychological effects associated with the

  curation of an online persona.

• provide a detailed guide on how to effectively manage one's social media presence to

  avoid personal burnout.

• condemn specific social media companies for their role in exploiting user data for

  commercial gain.

The word "dissonance" as used in the second paragraph most nearly means:

• a state of harmony and agreement between different elements or ideas.

• a loud, harsh, and discordant sound that causes discomfort to the listener.

• a lack of consistency or agreement between two aspects, leading to tension.

• a technical term in music theory referring to a specific type of chord progression.

The phrase "This process" in the first paragraph refers to:

• the development and implementation of new features on social media platforms.

• the psychological impact that feedback from likes and comments has on users.

• the way individuals communicate with each other in offline settings

• the continuous activity of selecting and sharing content to craft an online identity.

Based on the passage, which of the following can be inferred about the author's viewpoint?

• The author believes that the benefits of social media for identity expression far outweigh

  any potential drawbacks.

• The author considers the ability to control one's online image as an unambiguously

  positive development.

• The author thinks that the pressure of online identity management is a minor issue that

  affects only a small subset of users.

• The author maintains that there is a complex interplay between online self-presentation

  and psychological well-being

According to the passage, what is the simplistic account of penicillin's discovery often

missing?

• The fact that Louis Pasteur was actually the first to discover penicillin before Fleming.

• The evidence that penicillin is not an effective antibiotic for modern medical use.

• The notion that the mold was intentionally introduced into the culture by Fleming.

• The recognition that the discovery relied on more than just chance but also on Fleming's

  expertise and prior research.

The author's tone when discussing the "classic narrative" of Fleming's discovery can best be

described as:

• critically analytical, seeking to amend the narrative with a more balanced perspective.

• fully endorsing and celebratory of the romanticized version of events.

• sarcastically dismissive and mocking of the story's inaccuracies.

• completely neutral and uninterested in debating the details of the story.

Which of the following best captures the argument presented in the second paragraph?

• Fleming's vacation was the pivotal event without which the discovery would not have

  occurred.

• The discovery of penicillin was an inevitable outcome of scientific progress, regardless

  of Fleming's actions.

• Fleming's professional background and preparatory work were instrumental in his

  recognition of the mold's significance

• The contributions of Pasteur and Lister were more important than Fleming's in the

  discovery of penicillin

Where would the following sentence best be inserted in the passage?

"His methodical approach to research had equipped him with the skills necessary to interpret

the unusual observation."

• After the first sentence of Paragraph 1, where the discovery is introduced.

• Before the first sentence of Paragraph 2, as a transition to the discussion of Fleming's

  expertise

• After the first sentence of Paragraph 2, which mentions Fleming's expertise, to provide

  specific support.

• The sentence does not fit logically anywhere in the passage's current structure.

What can be inferred from the passage about the nature of scientific discoveries?

• They are solely the product of meticulous planning and exclude any element of chance.

• They often involve a combination of accidental occurrences and the prepared minds of

  scientists.

• Their importance is always immediately apparent to the scientific community at the

  time.

• The individual scientist's role is typically overstated in popular historical accounts.