Read the following passage about endangered languages and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. (I) In recent years, social media platforms have become a central part of daily life, offering users countless ways to connect, share, and communicate. (II) While these platforms offer many advantages, experts have noted rising concerns about their effects on mental health, particularly among young people (Smith & Anderson, 2018). (III) Studies reveal that excessive social media use can contribute to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness, despite its intention to promote connection and social interaction (Twenge & Campbell, 2019). (IV) A primary reason for these mental health concerns is the tendency for social media users to compare themselves to others. Platforms like Instagram and Facebook often portray idealized lifestyles, leading users to feel inadequate about their own lives. Additionally, the constant notifications and messages contribute to a " fear of missing out ," or FOMO, which keeps individuals in a cycle of checking their phones, often reducing the quality of sleep and overall well-being. There is also a growing body of research suggesting a link between social media use and decreased attention spans. When users frequently switch between apps and notifications, their ability to focus for extended periods may diminish (Rosen, 2019). This shift in attention can interfere with productivity, especially in academic and professional settings, where sustained focus is essential. Addressing these challenges requires a multi-faceted approach . Some mental health professionals suggest limiting screen time and setting boundaries, such as "device-free" hours before bedtime. Others recommend engaging in offline activities, like reading or exercising, to minimize reliance on social media while fostering healthier habits. According to psychologists, such strategies can enhance mental resilience and allow for more meaningful, balanced relationships. (Adapted from Mastering skills for TOEFL iBT) Which of the following best summarizes the passage?

Social media, despite its benefits, presents mental health risks like anxiety and distraction, particularly among young users, and managing screen time can mitigate these effects.

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Read the following passage about endangered languages and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
(I) In recent years, social media platforms have become a central part of daily life, offering users countless ways to connect, share, and communicate. (II) While these platforms offer many advantages, experts have noted rising concerns about their effects on mental health, particularly among young people (Smith & Anderson, 2018). (III) Studies reveal that excessive social media use can contribute to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness, despite its intention to promote connection and social interaction (Twenge & Campbell, 2019). (IV)
A primary reason for these mental health concerns is the tendency for social media users to compare themselves to others. Platforms like Instagram and Facebook often portray idealized lifestyles, leading users to feel inadequate about their own lives. Additionally, the constant notifications and messages contribute to a "fear of missing out," or FOMO, which keeps individuals in a cycle of checking their phones, often reducing the quality of sleep and overall well-being.
There is also a growing body of research suggesting a link between social media use and decreased attention spans. When users frequently switch between apps and notifications, their ability to focus for extended periods may diminish (Rosen, 2019). This shift in attention can interfere with productivity, especially in academic and professional settings, where sustained focus is essential.
Addressing these challenges requires a multi-faceted approach. Some mental health professionals suggest limiting screen time and setting boundaries, such as "device-free" hours before bedtime. Others recommend engaging in offline activities, like reading or exercising, to minimize reliance on social media while fostering healthier habits. According to psychologists, such strategies can enhance mental resilience and allow for more meaningful, balanced relationships.
(Adapted from Mastering skills for TOEFL iBT)
Which of the following best summarizes the passage?
A.
The use of social media helps improve relationships and communication but reduces the attention spans of its users.
B.
Social media is harmful to all users, causing loneliness and detachment, and must be restricted in all settings.
C.
Social media, despite its benefits, presents mental health risks like anxiety and distraction, particularly among young users, and managing screen time can mitigate these effects.
D.
Platforms like Instagram and Facebook serve as effective tools for social bonding, minimizing the effects of anxiety and low self-esteem.
Đáp án: <p>Social media, despite its benefits, presents mental health risks like anxiety and distraction, particularly among young users, and managing screen time can mitigate these effects.</p>
Phương pháp giải:
Đọc lướt toàn bộ để nắm nội dung chính (chú ý các câu đầu đoạn hoặc cuối đoạn vì đó thường là những câu mang ý chính):
- lợi ích của mạng xã hội
- tác hại đến sức khỏe tinh thần
- giải pháp được đề xuất
Lời giải chi tiết:
Which of the following best summarizes the passage?
(Phương án nào tóm tắt đúng nhất nội dung bài đọc?)
A. The use of social media helps improve relationships and communication but reduces the attention spans of its users.
(Việc sử dụng mạng xã hội giúp cải thiện các mối quan hệ và giao tiếp nhưng làm giảm khả năng tập trung của người dùng.)
B. Social media is harmful to all users, causing loneliness and detachment, and must be restricted in all settings.
(Mạng xã hội có hại cho tất cả người dùng, gây ra sự cô đơn và xa cách, và cần phải được hạn chế trong mọi hoàn cảnh.)
C. Social media, despite its benefits, presents mental health risks like anxiety and distraction, particularly among young users, and managing screen time can mitigate these effects.
(Mạng xã hội, bất chấp những lợi ích của nó, tiềm ẩn những rủi ro về sức khỏe tâm thần như lo lắng và mất tập trung, đặc biệt là ở người dùng trẻ tuổi, và việc quản lý thời gian sử dụng màn hình có thể giảm thiểu những tác động này.)
D. Platforms like Instagram and Facebook serve as effective tools for social bonding, minimizing the effects of anxiety and low self-esteem.
(Các nền tảng như Instagram và Facebook là những công cụ hiệu quả để gắn kết xã hội, giảm thiểu tác động của sự lo lắng và lòng tự trọng thấp.)
Tóm tắt bài đọc:
Đoạn 1: Mạng xã hội phổ biến và hữu ích nhưng gây lo ngại về sức khỏe tinh thần, nhất là với người trẻ.
Đoạn 2: So sánh bản thân và FOMO trên mạng xã hội làm tăng lo âu và ảnh hưởng tiêu cực đến sức khỏe.
Đoạn 3: Thông báo liên tục và chuyển ứng dụng thường xuyên làm giảm khả năng tập trung và năng suất.
Đoạn 4: Hạn chế thời gian dùng mạng xã hội và tăng hoạt động ngoài đời giúp giảm tác động tiêu cực.
=> Ý chính toàn bài: Mạng xã hội có lợi ích nhưng gây rủi ro sức khỏe tinh thần và mất tập trung đặc biệt với người trẻ. Tuy vậy, mạng xã hội có thể được kiểm soát bằng cách sử dụng hợp lý.
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