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Reading Comprehension

Grade 9

Read the text: The Hidden Side of Social Media

Today, social media plays an important role in teenagers’ lives. Platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat allow young people to communicate, share experiences, and learn about the world. However, experts believe that social media can have both positive and negative effects on teenagers.

On the one hand, social networks help students stay connected with friends and relatives, especially when they live far away from each other. Teenagers can also use online platforms to study foreign languages, watch educational videos, and develop creative skills. Many young people even find inspiration for future careers through social media.

On the other hand, spending too much time online may cause serious problems. According to psychologists, teenagers who constantly compare themselves to others often become less confident and more stressed. Some students also lose concentration at school because they check their phones too frequently during the day.

Another problem is the spread of false information. It is sometimes difficult to understand whether online news is trustworthy. Because of this, experts recommend thinking critically and checking information before sharing it with others.

Despite these disadvantages, social media is unlikely to disappear in the future. Specialists believe that the key to healthy online communication is balance. Teenagers should learn how to use technology responsibly without allowing it to control their lives.

Task 1. Choose the correct answer.

1. What is the main idea of the text?
   a) Social media should be banned.
   b) Social media has both advantages and disadvantages.
   c) Teenagers do not use social media correctly.
   d) Online learning is better than school.
2. How can social media help teenagers?
   a) It helps them avoid homework.
   b) It improves their physical health.
   c) It allows them to learn and communicate.
   d) It replaces real friendships.

3. Why do some teenagers feel stressed?
   a) They spend too much time outdoors.
   b) They compare themselves to others online.
   c) They do not have mobile phones.
   d) They read too many books.
4. What do experts advise teenagers to do?
   a) Stop using the internet completely.
   b) Share all information immediately.
   c) Use technology responsibly.
   d) Spend more time playing video games.

Task 2. Read the statements and write True / False  (T / F)

1. Social media is unimportant in teenagers’ lives.
2. Teenagers can use social media to learn new skills.
3. Experts believe that social media has only negative effects.
4. Some students lose concentration because they use their phones too often.
5. All information on the internet is trustworthy.
6. Experts recommend checking information before sharing it online.
7. Specialists think social media will probably disappear soon.
8. The author believes that balance is important when using technology.