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Social Media Evolution History
📱 Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions
Circle the letter of the best answer for each question.
1. Which platform is considered the first recognisable social media site?
A. Friendster
B. Six Degrees
C. MySpace
D. Facebook
2. In what year was Facebook launched?
A. 2003
B. 2004
C. 2005
D. 2006
3. Which technological advancement was most crucial for early social media growth?
A. Satellite technology
B. Widespread internet accessibility
C. Television broadcasting
D. Radio waves
4. Twitter was originally limited to how many characters per post?
A. 120 characters
B. 140 characters
C. 160 characters
D. 180 characters
5. Which platform was known for allowing users to customise their profiles with HTML and CSS?
A. Facebook
B. Twitter
C. MySpace
D. LinkedIn
6. What major technological shift enabled social media to become mobile-friendly?
A. Desktop computers
B. Smartphone technology
C. Cable internet
D. Wireless keyboards
7. Which of the following is a documented benefit of social media use?
A. Guaranteed privacy
B. Enhanced global connectivity
C. Reduced screen time
D. Elimination of cyberbullying
8. What is a major privacy concern associated with social media platforms?
A. Too much encryption
B. Data collection and sharing
C. Limited user profiles
D. Restricted messaging
9. Which mental health impact has been linked to excessive social media use?
A. Improved memory
B. Better sleep patterns
C. Increased anxiety and depression
D. Enhanced concentration
10. How has social media impacted traditional forms of communication?
A. Completely replaced them
B. Had no effect
C. Significantly reduced their use
D. Made them more expensive
🔍 Part 2: Identification
Identify the following terms, platforms, or concepts related to social media evolution.
11. The first social media platform launched in 1997 that allowed users to create profiles and connect with friends:
12. The social media platform launched in 2002 that was popular before MySpace and Facebook:
13. The year when Twitter was officially launched to the public:
14. The original name of Facebook when it was first created for university students:
15. The technology that allowed people to access the internet without being connected to a phone line:
16. The term for the fear of missing out, commonly associated with social media use:
17. The practice of using someone else's personal information online without permission:
18. The social media platform known for professional networking, launched in 2003:
19. The generation of internet technology that enabled user-generated content and social interaction:
20. The phenomenon where social media algorithms show users content similar to what they've previously engaged with:
🔗 Part 3: Matching Activity
Match each social media platform or concept with its correct description or characteristic.
21-30. Draw lines to match the items in Column A with their corresponding descriptions in Column B:
Column A
1. Six Degrees
2. Friendster
3. MySpace
4. Facebook
5. Twitter
6. Broadband Internet
7. Mobile Apps
8. Cyberbullying
9. Digital Divide
10. Social Validation
Column B
A. Microblogging platform with character limits
B. First social network to reach 1 billion users
C. High-speed internet connection enabling faster social media
D. Platform popular with musicians and customisable profiles
E. The gap between those with and without internet access
F. Seeking approval through likes and comments online
G. Software applications that made social media mobile
H. Online harassment through digital platforms
I. Early 2000s platform that pioneered online social circles
J. First major social networking site (1997)
📝 Part 4: Extended Response
Use the space below to provide detailed answers about social media's impact on society.
Bonus Question: Explain how social media has changed the way people communicate and form relationships. Include both positive and negative impacts in your response.
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