Barack Obama Weighs in On Fox News, Politicians Using Twitter | THR News

Barack Obama Weighs in On Fox News, Politicians Using Twitter | THR News

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At the Hindusthan Times Leadership Summit, Barack Obama discussed the impact of social media, particularly Twitter, on politics and society. He highlighted the challenges of snap judgments and information silos created by media. Michelle Obama's advice on thoughtful tweeting was also mentioned. Obama humorously addressed a question comparing Donald Trump to Donald Duck, emphasizing America's diversity and political trends. He concluded with a message to young people about the opportunities of the current era.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Barack Obama identify as a challenge of using social media platforms like Twitter?

They are too expensive to maintain.

They lead to snap judgments.

They are not accessible to everyone.

They require too much technical knowledge.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Michelle Obama, what should you avoid doing on social media?

Posting your first thought in the morning.

Sharing personal photos.

Following too many people.

Using hashtags excessively.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous comparison did Obama make regarding media consumption?

Comparing CNN to a soap opera.

Comparing Fox News to a reality show.

Comparing Donald Trump to Donald Duck.

Comparing social media to a circus.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Obama say about the realities created by different media outlets?

They are irrelevant to politics.

They create multiple realities.

They provide a balanced view.

They are all the same.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message did Obama convey to young people about the current moment in history?

It is a time to avoid social media.

It is a time of great uncertainty.

It is the best time to have a good life.

It is the worst time to be alive.