Selfies: a Modern Form of Self-Expression

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Why are selfies considered a form of self-expression?

Because they are used only by narcissists seeking attention.

Because they are solely for showing off different parts of oneself.

Because they are a way to avoid using social media platforms.

Because technology allows anyone to become an artist through self-portraits. (correct)

What is a key difference mentioned in the text between ancient artists and modern selfie-takers?

Ancient artists did not have access to smartphones, unlike modern selfie-takers.

Ancient artists used self-portraits to express themselves, unlike modern selfie-takers. (correct)

Ancient artists were not famous painters, unlike modern selfie-takers.

Ancient artists were not skilled in art, unlike modern selfie-takers.

Why does the author mention that 'you don't need to know how to draw or paint when you have a cell phone' in the text?

To criticize the lack of artistic talent in modern society.

To praise the accessibility of creating self-portraits through technology. (correct)

To discourage the use of smartphones for artistic purposes.

To encourage people to take drawing and painting lessons.

What is one of the key reasons the text gives for selfies being popular in our digital age?

Due to the ease of expressing oneself artistically through self-portraits. Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest that selfies contribute to self-discovery?

By allowing individuals to reveal different aspects of themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key reasons mentioned in the text for why selfies can be more real than traditional photographs?

Selfies show the selfie-taker's interests and passions Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of selfies does the text suggest allows individuals to find out more about themselves?

Exploring different interests Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the role of selfies in self-expression?

As a means of self-discovery Signup and view all the answers

What comparison does the text draw between trying on different clothes and taking selfies?

Both are methods of self-expression Signup and view all the answers

What motivation drives individuals to take selfies?

To seek validation and self-expression Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

Why are selfies considered a form of self-expression?

What is a key difference mentioned in the text between ancient artists and modern selfie-takers?

Why does the author mention that 'you don't need to know how to draw or paint when you have a cell phone' in the text?

What is one of the key reasons the text gives for selfies being popular in our digital age?

How does the text suggest that selfies contribute to self-discovery?

What is one of the key reasons mentioned in the text for why selfies can be more real than traditional photographs?

What aspect of selfies does the text suggest allows individuals to find out more about themselves?

How does the text describe the role of selfies in self-expression?

What comparison does the text draw between trying on different clothes and taking selfies?

What motivation drives individuals to take selfies?

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