Syntus social media reading comprehension
Social Media Networks: Taking Time for Friends
Interactive Reading Comprehension – Pre-IELTS Level
IELTS Instructor: Farhad Mirsaeedi
Pre-Reading Activities
1. Warm-Up Discussion
Think about these questions:
- How many hours per day do you spend on social media?
- Which social media platforms do you use most often?
- Do you think social media helps or hinders your productivity?
- How do you stay in touch with friends and family?
2. Vocabulary Preview
Click each word to reveal its meaning. Study these terms before reading:
3. Prediction Activity
Title: “Social Media Networks: Taking Time for Friends”
Based on the title, what do you think this text will discuss? Select all that apply:
Your predictions will be checked after reading!
Reading Comprehension Questions
Answer all questions based on the text you just read. You can return to the reading if needed.
Section A: True / False / Not Given
TRUE = The statement matches the information in the text
FALSE = The statement contradicts the information in the text
NOT GIVEN = The information is not mentioned in the text
Section B: Multiple Choice
Section C: Vocabulary in Context
Complete each sentence with the correct word from the text.