Level: 1st Bac Unit 6: Reading
Comprehension Questions:
Privacy in social media!
Social media has become an integral part of our daily
lives, and we use it to connect with our friends and
family, share our experiences and opinions, and keep up
with current events. However, as we share more and
more information online,
the issue of privacy
becomes increasingly
important.
One of the biggest concerns with social media privacy is
the amount of personal information that we make
available to the public. This can include our full name,
date of birth, location, employment history, and even our
private conversations and photos. This information can
be easily accessed by others, including marketers,
employers, and even potential criminals.
Another concern is the way that social media companies
use our data. Many social media platforms collect vast
amounts of information about our activities and
preferences, and then sell it to advertisers for targeted
marketing purposes. This can lead to a loss of control
over our personal information and a feeling of violation
of our privacy.
In order to protect our privacy on social media, it is
important to take control of the information that we
share. This includes being mindful of the information we
post, such as avoiding sharing sensitive or personal
information, and setting our privacy settings to limit the
amount of information that is visible to the public. It is
also important to be aware of the terms and conditions
of the social media platform we are using, and to
understand how they use our data.
Teacher: Soufyan Ait Bafdil
I. Answer the following questions.
1. What is social media used for?
2. What is one of the biggest concerns with
social media privacy?
3. How can social media companies use our
data?
4. What can we do to protect our privacy on
social media?
5. Why is it important to be aware of the terms
and conditions of social media platforms?
II. What do the underlined words in the text
refer to?
It: ………….. we: ……………..
III. Are these statements True or False?
Justify.
1. Social media is mainly used for connecting
with friends and family.
2. Sharing personal information on social media
is not a concern.
3. Social media platforms collect vast amounts
of information about our activities and
preferences.
4. Our personal information can only be
accessed by marketers on social media.
5. We have complete control over the
information that we share on social media.
6. Being mindful of the information we post on
social media is important for protecting our
privacy.
7. It is not necessary to understand the terms
and conditions of social media platforms.
Have a say:
Discuss and debate the following questions:
➢ How much personal information is
appropriate to share on social media?
➢ Is the use of personal information by social
media companies for advertising purposes a
violation of privacy?
➢ What measures can individuals take to
protect their privacy on social media?
➢ How does the lack of privacy on social media
affect our personal lives and relationships?
➢ Should there be stronger laws and
regulations to protect privacy on social
media?
 Level: 1st Bac Unit 6: Reading Teacher: Soufyan Ait Bafdil

related to the text about privacy in social media

could be a group discussion or debate. The
participants can be divided into two groups, one
representing the view that privacy is important
and should be protected on social media, while
the other group represents the view that privacy
is not as important in the age of social media.
The goal of this activity is to promote critical
thinking and encourage the participants to
express their opinions and perspectives on the
topic of privacy in social media. The activity can
also promote active listening, cooperation, and
communication skills.