(M) Lesson 4.2: The Digital Self

Question 1

Refers to the persona you use when you’re online

Answer 1

Digital Self

Question 2

Refers to interpersonal communication suggesting that it is possible to obtain more intimate relationships over computer-mediated communication (CMC) than face-to-face

Answer 2

Hyperpersonal Model

Question 3

T or F: The quality of the response is those of deficient expressions (e.g. heart reacts, likes, etc.)

Answer 3

True

Question 4

T or F: Developing a digital self starts with a sense of acceptance—form of expectancy of acceptance (likes, shares, views, etc.)

Answer 4

True

Question 5

T or F: Affirmations and expectations are the same with reality

Answer 5

False (they differ from reality)

Question 6

T or F: Social media has a tendency to create a “false self”

Answer 6

True

Question 7

T or F: Mental issues arise when expectations that deviate from reality become uncontrolled

Answer 7

True

Question 8

T or F: Online-life rarely alters one’s self identity

Answer 8

False

Question 9

This is constructed only through online interactions without nonverbal feedback and influence of traditional environmental factors

Answer 9

Digital Self

Question 10

T or F: You use your profile for selective self-presentation and impression management

Answer 10

True

Question 11

T or F: Your story revolves around self-estimation and being self-seeking which ultimately leads to cultural empowerment

Answer 11

True

Question 12

T or F: The more you spread lies, the more you convince yourself of this permanent happiness

Answer 12

False (temporary)

Question 13

A term used for when something is not for public consumption

Answer 13

Retractable

Question 14

This strategy shows competence

Answer 14

Self-promotion

Question 15

This strategy refers to when someone tries to win approval of another

Answer 15

Ingratiation

Question 16

This is a strategic self-sacrifice so that others recognize your dedication (e.g. more likes, hearts, views, etc.)

Answer 16

Exemplification

Question 17

This refers to showing off authority or power (sending bribes); usually happens offline

Answer 17

Intimidation

Question 18

This refers to when the individual exploits others’ shortcomings to receive help or benefits (blackmailing)

Answer 18

Supplication

Question 19

This is the instinctive core of our personality

Answer 19

True Self

Question 20

This is created to protect the true self from insult and danger

Answer 20

False Self

Question 21

Refers to when we regard our possessions as parts of ourselves (intentionally or unintentionally)

Answer 21

Extended identity