In her analysis of online communities on DCInside, how does Sunyoung Yang define "loser aesthetics"?Group of answer choicesA tendency toward self-deprecation, identification as and/or with social outcasts, as well as the use of shoddily put-together images that take on a transgressive dimension.The manner in which elite, innovative young entrepreneurs depict less successful young Koreans.The crafting of long-form, confessional-style narratives on online forums, in which users enumerate all the ways they have failed to meet Korean society's expectations.The way in which Korean female fans attempt to appeal to their favorite male celebrities by portraying themselves as losers and social outcasts in need of rescue.A new trend in webtoon where the main character is a loser

1. They must navigate which potential "true selves" will be found most attractive, constantly evaluating their opinions against online consensus.2. Every one of their choices, whether witnessed or not, contributes to the meticulous construction of their brand-identity.3. They curate their personal lives, carefully considering the impact of each shared image, video, or opinion, aiming to please or avoid alienating others.4. Young people today are implicitly taught to see themselves as a brand, judged by their perceived authenticity in the age of online society.

Critics who claim that use of social media encourages a “shallow” culture point to research showing that use of social media encourages young women to __________.A.take a more philosophical view of lifeB.emphasize their sexuality and physical appearanceC.become more intellectualD.develop talents and intelligence

The 'promise of authenticity' is a:Group of answer choicesThe technique used by micro-celebrities onlyStrategic ploy by self-branders to deceive audiencesKey factor in successful self-branding through relationship building with audiencesA concept that pre-dates the Internet

The use of social media allows people to fashion identities for themselves, a process Erving Goffman called __________.A.our true selfB.the inner selfC.the presentation of selfD.our public face

PART A: Which of the following best describes a central idea of the text?A. The majority of people actively seek out others with different or opposing views because they want to be challenged about their ideas.B. Social media sites should be given more credit for the power they hold, especially in the entertainment industry.C. Due to the design of many social media platforms, people are more likely to stay within their "real life" social cliques and interest circles while online.D. Internet users should make a daily effort to reach out to people outside of social media and meet in person.