Public Speaking Worksheet #9 Quit Social Media

What unique characteristic does the speaker highlight about himself?

• He is a millennial.

• He is a computer scientist.

• He is a book author.

• He has never had a social media account.

What was the speaker's initial reaction to Facebook when it first arrived on his college campus?

• He immediately embraced it as a new business opportunity.

• He felt professional jealousy towards its creator and refused to use it.

• He saw it as a dangerous tool that would lead to addiction.

• He used it briefly but quickly realized its negative impact.

What is the speaker's first main message about his personal experience without social media?

• He struggles to stay connected with friends and current events.

• He believes he is happier, more sustainable, and professionally more successful without it.

• He finds it difficult to collaborate with people around the world.

• He feels a lack of entertainment options in his life.

What analogy does the speaker use to describe social media, suggesting it's not a fundamental technology but an entertainment product?

• A horse-drawn carriage.

• A rotary phone.

• A slot machine.

• A newspaper.

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What is a key characteristic of social media tools regarding user attention?

• They are designed to foster sustained, deep concentration.

• They encourage users to engage in long, uninterrupted sessions.

• They are designed to be addictive and fragment attention throughout waking hours.

• They promote a balanced approach to digital engagement.

How does constant fragmented attention from social media impact professional success?

• It enhances multitasking abilities, leading to greater efficiency.

• It permanently reduces the capacity for concentration, hindering deep effort.

• It broadens one's network, opening up more professional opportunities.

• It has no significant impact on professional success, as it's a harmless activity.

What psychological harms are associated with social media use?

• Increased self-esteem and improved social connections.

• Enhanced cognitive function and reduced stress levels.

• Feelings of loneliness, inadequacy, and increased rates of depression.

• Greater emotional resilience and a stronger sense of community.

What are potential benefits of abstaining from social media?

• Initial discomfort followed by increased productivity and a more peaceful life.

• A feeling of being disconnected and missing out on important events.

• Reduced social interaction and a decline in networking opportunities.

• No noticeable change in daily life or well-being.