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Question 33 - 40.
Read the following passage about social media using and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 33 to 40.
The rise of social media has dramatically transformed the way we communicate, share information, and perceive the world around us. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have become integral parts of daily life for billions of people worldwide. These digital spaces offer unprecedented opportunities for connection, allowing individuals to maintain relationships across vast distances and time zones. They've also democratized information sharing, enabling anyone with an internet connection to broadcast their thoughts, experiences, and creativity to a global audience.
However, the impact of social media extends far beyond personal communication. It has reshaped industries, altered political landscapes, and influenced social movements. Businesses now leverage these platforms for marketing, customer service, and brand building. Politicians use them to communicate directly with constituents, bypassing traditional media channels. Activists harness the viral nature of social media to raise awareness and mobilize support for various causes.
Despite its many benefits, the pervasive influence of social media has also raised concerns. Issues of privacy have come to the forefront, as users’ personal data becomes a valuable commodity for advertisers and data analysts. The spread of misinformation and “fake news” has become a significant challenge, with potential ramifications for democratic processes and public health. Additionally, there are growing concerns about the addictive nature of these platforms and their impact on mental health, particularly among younger users.
The future of social media remains a topic of intense debate and speculation. As artificial intelligence and virtual reality technologies advance, we may see a shift towards more immersive and personalized social experiences. There’s also a growing push for greater regulation and transparency in how social media companies operate and handle user data.
As we navigate this digital landscape, it’s crucial to approach social media with both enthusiasm and caution. While embracing the connectivity and opportunities it offers, we must also be mindful of its potential pitfalls and strive for a balanced, healthy relationship with these powerful tools.
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
Businesses use social media for various purposes including marketing.
Social media has transformed communication and information sharing.
There are concerns about the addictive nature of social media platforms.
Social media has had no impact on political landscapes.
Giải thích chi tiết
✅ Đáp án: Social media has had no impact on political landscapes.
🔎 Lí do: ✔️ Câu hỏi: tìm câu không đúng so với nội dung văn bản. ✔️ Bằng chứng trong đoạn 2: “However, the impact of social media extends far beyond personal communication. It has reshaped industries, altered political landscapes, and influenced social movements.”
Tuy nhiên, tác động của mạng xã hội vượt xa phạm vi giao tiếp cá nhân. Nó đã định hình lại các ngành công nghiệp, thay đổi bối cảnh chính trị và ảnh hưởng đến các phong trào xã hội.
Trong câu này, đại từ “It” rõ ràng chỉ về social media trong câu trước (“the impact of social media extends…”).
Từ đó suy ra: mạng xã hội (social media) có tác động lớn đến bối cảnh chính trị (altered political landscapes).
➡️ Vì vậy, mệnh đề “Social media has had no impact on political landscapes” là hoàn toàn ngược nghĩa với nội dung văn bản.
🚨 Những đáp án còn lại thì sao? ❌ Businesses use social media for various purposes including marketing: đúng, vì đoạn 2 viết “Businesses now leverage these platforms for marketing, customer service, and brand building.” → nêu rõ các mục đích sử dụng. ❌ Social media has transformed communication and information sharing: đúng, đoạn 1 khẳng định “The rise of social media has dramatically transformed the way we communicate and share information.” ❌ There are concerns about the addictive nature of social media platforms: đúng, đoạn 3 nêu “There are growing concerns about the addictive nature of these platforms.” → xác nhận lo ngại này có thật.
