The Ethical and Societal Implications of Social Media and Technology Quiz

Explore cyberbullying, data privacy, echo chambers, and more. Test your knowledge on the societal impact of social media with this ethics quiz.

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Which of the following is an example of cyberbullying?

Sharing positive messages about a friend on social media

Sending threatening messages to someone online

Participating in a respectful debate on a forum

Ignoring someone's posts on social media

What is a potential consequence of excessive social media use?

Improved communication skills

Increased loneliness and depression

Enhanced productivity

Decreased stress levels

Which of the following is an example of data privacy violation on social media?

Sharing publicly available news articles

Sharing personal information without consent

Liking a friend's post

Creating a private group chat

What is the term for the practice of using fake accounts to artificially inflate the popularity of content on social media?

Trolling

Astroturfing

Doxxing

Phishing

Which ethical principle is violated by the unauthorized use of someone's personal information on social media?

Privacy

Transparency

Accountability

Fairness

What is the term for the process of tailoring online content to individuals based on their preferences and behaviors?

Digital profiling

Algorithmic fairness

Data anonymization

Cybersecurity

Which of the following is a potential consequence of fake news spreading on social media?

Increased trust in media sources

Enhanced critical thinking skills

Misinformation leading to societal division

Improved accuracy of information

What is the term for the phenomenon where people tend to present themselves more favorably on social media than in real life?

Digital authenticity

Online deception

Social media honesty

Digital enhancement

Which ethical principle is related to the responsibility of social media platforms to prevent the spread of harmful content?

Censorship

Freedom of speech

Content moderation

Data protection

#10

Which of the following best describes the concept of filter bubbles on social media?

Increasing diversity of opinions

Exposing users to a wide range of perspectives

Limiting users' exposure to information that aligns with their beliefs

Ensuring unbiased access to information

#11

What is the term for the phenomenon where social media platforms prioritize content that generates the most engagement?

Algorithmic bias

Engagement manipulation

Content curation

Algorithmic amplification

#12

Which of the following is a potential solution to address the issue of echo chambers on social media?

Creating algorithms that prioritize diverse viewpoints

Banning users with similar opinions

Restricting access to certain social media platforms

Encouraging users to share only verified information

#13

Which of the following is a potential consequence of social media addiction?

Increased focus and attention span

Improved physical health

Neglect of real-life relationships

Decreased anxiety levels

#14

Which of the following is a potential consequence of algorithmic bias in social media platforms?

Increased diversity of content

Enhanced user privacy

Reinforcement of stereotypes

Improved transparency