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Not Everything It Seems HMH

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

In "Not Everything It Seems" by Arnetta Carter, What's the strongest reason the author gives to support the idea that micro-influencers are very powerful? (p 24)

a)

They have millions of followers

b)

They are already well-known celebrities

c)

They seem genuine and relatable

d)

They show us a life, we can only dream about

2.

What is the author’s main purpose in the selection?

a)

To explain that the influencer world has problems beneath the surface

b)

To convince readers that they can become influencers themselves

c)

To entertain readers with stories about the influencer world

d)

To express concerns that influencers are causing harm

3.

What is the author’s main message about the influencer world?

a)

It offers an easy, exciting way to be a tastemaker.

b)

It offers a way to improve your marketing skills.

c)

It’s a fun, rewarding way to make money.

d)

It’s not as glamorous as it appears to be.

4.

Read this sentence from paragraph 1.

But when you pull back the curtain on social media influencers, are they as real as
they seem?

What is the effect of the phrase pull back the curtain in this sentence?

a)

It suggests that the influencer world is better than it might seem at first.

b)

It suggests that many aspects of the influencer world are artificial.

c)

            It indicates that powerful people are controlling the influencer world.

d)

It indicates that the influencer world is not as influential as many believe.

5.

What are two purposes of the section called “#Worldofinfluencers”?

CHOOSE TWO

a)

To describe what influencers do

b)

To explain why influencers have power

c)

To show the downside of the influencer world

d)

To convince readers that influencers are problematic

6.

In the section “#Worldofinfluencers,” the author writes that the impact of influencers has
been somewhat positive. Which sentence from the selection best supports this central idea?

a)

It’s an exciting world, with famous people appearing to live their best lives while offering advice on how you can too. (paragraph 2)

b)

But you are probably also familiar with teens and tweens who have become “Insta-famous” as online “tastemakers.” (paragraph 3)

c)

These low-profile micro-influencers have a unique power—they seem authentic.
(paragraph 4)

d)

There’s a lot to admire about influencers, especially those who promote good ideas.
(paragraph 5)

7.

What is the author’s main purpose for including headings throughout the selection?

a)

To make the selection more enjoyable to read

b)

To put important ideas in chronological order

c)

To highlight the main ideas in each section

d)

To clarify the main arguments for readers

8.

Throughout the selection, the author reinforces the idea that the influencer world should be approached with caution. Which sentence best supports this idea?

a)

Most importantly, they affect what others think, watch, and buy. (paragraph 1)

b)

These influencers are somewhat invisible to adults. (paragraph 3)

c)

Popular influencers make lots of money from their connections with followers. (paragraph 6)

d)

Being a social media influencer is often harder than it looks, and often not all it seems to be. (paragraph 7)

9.

What is author's purpose?

a)
To summarize existing research
b)
To provide a detailed report
c)
To analyze historical events
d)
To inform, entertain, persuade, or express feelings.
10.

Encyclopedia entries, informative articles, and biographies are examples of what purpose for writing?

a)

inform or explain

b)

persuade

c)

entertain

d)

express thoughts or feelings

11.

Advertisements and opinion essays/blogs are using what purpose for writing?

a)

to inform or explain

b)

to persuade

c)

to entertain

d)

to express thoughts or feelings

12.

Stories, novels and some essays are written mainly to:

a)

inform or explain

b)

persuade

c)

entertain

d)

express thoughts and feelings

13.

Poems, some personal essays and journals are written to:

a)

inform or explain

b)

persuade

c)

entertain

d)

express thoughts or feelings

14.

What is the antonym for collaborate?

a)
support
b)

independent

c)
unite
d)
assist
15.

What is a synonym for the vocabulary word, relevant?

a)
unrelated
b)
irrelevant
c)

current

d)
insignificant
16.

What is the meaning of skeptic or skeptical?

a)
A skeptic is someone who blindly accepts all claims.
b)
A skeptic is a person who promotes all beliefs without question.
c)
A skeptic is someone who is always optimistic about every situation.
d)
A skeptic is someone who doubts or questions beliefs or claims.
17.

What is the definition of abnormal?

a)
Deviating from the norm or standard.
b)
Being widely accepted and praised.
c)
Exceeding normal limits in a positive way.
d)

Going along with expectations.

18.

What is a synonym for perceive?

a)

awareness

b)

neglectful

c)
overlook
d)
ignore
19.

What example below can blur the lines between what is real and what is not?

a)
Technology such as virtual reality and deepfakes.
b)
Simple graphic design tools
c)
Basic photography skills
d)
Traditional art techniques