[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"exercise-530":3},{"payload":4,"id":15,"user":16,"level":22,"course":23,"activity":24,"activity_slug":25,"title":6,"topic":26,"tone":27,"stats":28,"created":31,"score":32,"is_favorite":33,"public":34,"is_external":33},{"text":5,"title":6,"choices":7},"It is hard to remember what life was like before social media. For many people, checking messages and scrolling through short videos has become as normal as making a cup of tea. The change has happened quickly, and it has affected the way we communicate, learn, and even relax.\n\n(1) ..........\n\nAt the same time, the constant flow of updates can make it difficult to switch off. Many users say they open an app for a minute and then realise half an hour has passed. This is not only about weak self-control; platforms are designed to keep attention for as long as possible.\n\n(2) ..........\n\nThis can influence mood. When people compare their everyday lives with carefully edited photos, they may feel they are missing out. Even if they know the images are selective, the emotional effect can still be strong.\n\n(3) ..........\n\nHowever, it would be unfair to describe social media as purely negative. It can help shy people find communities, and it can give a voice to those who are rarely heard in traditional media. During emergencies, it can also spread important information faster than official channels.\n\n(4) ..........\n\nAnother area where social media has changed behaviour is news. Many people now get headlines from friends or influencers rather than from newspapers or TV. This can be convenient, but it also means false stories can travel widely before anyone checks them.\n\n(5) ..........\n\nSocial media also affects relationships in quieter ways. Some couples argue about how much time the other person spends online, while friends may feel ignored when someone keeps looking at their phone during a conversation. Ironically, a tool meant to connect people can sometimes reduce the quality of face-to-face contact.\n\n(6) ..........\n\nIn the end, the effects of social media depend on how it is used. It can support learning, creativity and friendship, but it can also increase stress and distraction. The challenge for users is to enjoy the benefits without letting the apps control their time and attention.","Always Online",[8,9,10,11,12,13,14],"Some companies now use social media mainly to advertise, and they can measure exactly how long you look at a post.","A simple habit like putting the phone away during meals can make conversations feel more natural again.","For this reason, many experts recommend setting boundaries, such as turning off non-essential alerts or keeping phones out of the bedroom.","For example, notifications, endless feeds and personalised recommendations encourage users to keep scrolling.","In addition, the pressure to present a perfect image can lead some users to edit their photos heavily or hide parts of their real lives.","One clear benefit is that it allows people to stay in touch across long distances, often at little or no cost.","As a result, media literacy becomes essential: users need to ask who created a post, why it was shared, and whether it is reliable.",530,{"id":17,"username":18,"first_name":19,"last_name":20,"image":21},23092,"edit-marki","Edit","Márki","https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI2hWFjCl3KVYrAijHgPpefJnvq2hqOAFnCCjy16myOCUWxmg=s96-c","B2","Reading","Missing Paragraphs","missing-paragraphs","Generate an exercise describing the effects of using social media","Standard",{"times_played":29,"num_favorites":30},4,1,"2026-05-02T11:10:11",null,false,true]