Directions: Use Your Knowledge of the Reading-Writing Process to Answer

question 63

Multiple Choice

Directions: Use your knowledge of the reading-writing process to answer these questions about the following passage. "Social media is not an easy concept to define. Like a cloud, the more closely one looks at it, the foggier it becomes. The word social has to do with human interaction, and the word media means 'systems of communication.' Together, they seem easy enough to understand as 'human systems of communications.' But social media is most often used for electronic communications on the Internet. Usually that consists of posting text messages, photos, and maybe short videos online for friends. People use it to stay in touch with friends. People also use social media as a form of self-expression. A person who is having a bad day can mention it online, and friends can sympathize . Or when something great happens, a person can post it, and friends can help celebrate. In addition, as Lee Rainie of the Pew Research Center says, 'If it's set up right, it's a rich environment of lots of learning and sharing of important material.' In the end, the best definition of social media may be 'a special form of conversation.'"

• A)to get exercise
• B)to stay in touch with friends
• C)to use the Internet
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

Psychological Intimacy

The feeling of closeness and sharing in a relationship that fosters a sense of personal safety and belonging.

Effective Work

Work that is accomplished in an efficient and successful manner, achieving the desired outcomes with optimal use of resources.

Storming Stage

The phase in team development characterized by conflict and competition as members begin to express individual personalities and resist group constraints.

Bruce Tuckman

A psychologist known for his "forming, storming, norming, performing" model of team development.