Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questi...

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30.

        TikTok is a popular app, released in 2016 and finding increased popularity over the past few years. Initially, the app typically attracted the Gen Z audience, most commonly used by those between 18 and 24. However, nowadays, most people using the Internet have had some interaction with TikTok.

        Importantly, TikTok is more than just a platform for entertaining dance routines and lip - syncing videos. It has become a dynamic space where young people can not only express their creativity but also access and share valuable information. In fact, TikTok has become a news outlet and a source of information, marking a significant shift in how young people engage with content and use social media platforms. As a result, the importance of TikTok as a tool for spreading knowledge and raising awareness continues to grow, influencing global conversations on various topics.

        There are many reasons why people are turning to TikTok as a source of news and information. For example, with a growing focus on health and wellness, TikTok has become a hub for fitness routines, mental health tips, and nutritional advice. Professionals in these fields utilise the platform to reach a broader audience, offering quick exercises, mindfulness techniques, and dietary insights. Moreover, TikTok's algorithm helps users discover content tailored to their interests, promoting a healthier lifestyle in a personalized and accessible way.

        In addition, TikTok has proven to be a powerful tool for raising awareness about social and cultural issues. Hashtag challenges and trends are often used to spread messages related to activism, sustainability, and inclusivity. Furthermore, the platform's global reach allows users to gain insights into diverse perspectives, fostering a sense of empathy and understanding among the younger generation.

(Adapted from https://www.berlinsbi.com/)

Question 23: The word “popularity” in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by ____________.

        A. reputation                B. possibility                        C. rejection                        D. quality

Question 24: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 1?

A. However, these days, TikTok is only popular among young people who use the Internet regularly.

B. However, at present, only professional content creators have access to TikTok on a regular basis.

C. However, at present, it is likely that anyone regularly using the Internet has directly used TikTok.

D. However, these days, the majority of Internet users have likely come across TikTok in some ways.

Question 25: The word “It” in paragraph 2 refers to ____________.

        A. creativity                B. TikTok                        C. content                        D. information

Question 26: The word “spreading” in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ____________.

        A. attaining                B. limiting                        C. increasing                        D. expanding

Question 27: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason why professionals use TikTok in healthcare?

        A. To share mindfulness techniques                        B. To reach a broader audience

        C. To offer personal medical diagnoses                D. To provide quick exercises

Question 28: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. TikTok is only popular because of its entertaining dance routines and lip - syncing videos.

B. TikTok limits users' ability to engage with global conversations and cultural perspectives.

C. TikTok contributes to promoting social causes such as activism, sustainability, and inclusivity.

D. TikTok is mainly used by older generations who prefer it to other social media platforms.

Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer mention TikTok's user-specific algorithm?

        A. Paragraph 1        B. Paragraph 2                        C. Paragraph 4                        D. Paragraph 3

Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer explain how TikTok promotes understanding of social and cultural concerns?

        A. Paragraph 2        B. Paragraph 1                        C. Paragraph 3                        D. Paragraph 4