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The video discusses the challenges of reaching consensus on the Internet, highlighting the issues with social media platforms like Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. It critiques the architecture of these platforms for promoting divisive voices and unreliable news. The video argues that the Internet's problems are not new, as similar issues have existed since its early days. It uses a zoo analogy to explain how social media platforms are designed to keep users engaged, often at the expense of their well-being.

What is a common issue with the architecture of social media platforms?

• They prioritize educational content.

• They amplify the most divisive voices.

• They are too slow in delivering news.

• They focus on offline interactions.

How does the speaker describe the historical perception of the Internet?

• It was never criticized before 2010.

• Dissatisfaction with it is not a new phenomenon.

• It was only criticized in recent years.

• It has always been seen as a perfect tool.

What is the main point about the past perception of YouTube?

• YouTube has been criticized for its comment section for many years.

• Criticism of YouTube is a recent development.

• YouTube comments were once considered the best part of the Internet.

• YouTube was always seen as a reliable source.

What metaphor is used to describe how social media platforms keep users engaged?

• A garden with blooming flowers.

• A library with endless books.

• A zoo where lions are made to roar.

• A classroom with attentive students.

What is the speaker's view on solving the Internet's problems?

• They will resolve themselves over time.

• They are complex and not easily solvable.

• They can be easily solved with new technology.

• They are not worth addressing.