Social Media

Question 1

online news outlets

Answer 1

• The rise of …. has dramatically changed how people consume information.
• Many traditional newspapers are struggling to compete with …. .
• I prefer to get my news from reputable …. because they provide up-to-date information

Syn: Digital news platform, web-based news source, Virtual news portal, Digital news publisher

Question 2

Aggregator sites

Websites or applications that collect and compile information from multiple sources into a single location

Answer 2

• News aggregator sites like Google News gather articles from various publications
• The price comparison aggregator site helped consumers find the best deals across different retailers.
• To save time, many busy professionals use __________ to quickly scan headlines from various news outlets without visiting each site individually.

Collocations:
* News aggregator
* Content aggregator
* Deal aggregator
* Social media aggregator

Question 3

specialty news sites

Answer 3

• While mainstream media covers general topics, __________ cater to readers interested in in-depth coverage of particular subjects like technology, finance, or sports
• The rise of __________ has allowed enthusiasts to stay informed about niche topics that traditional newspapers often overlook.

Question 4

Rise of clickbait and sensationalism

Attention-grabbing headlines and exaggerated content designed to generate website clicks, often at the expense of journalistic integrity.

Answer 4

• Many media critics argue that the __________ has led to a decline in the quality of online journalism.
• Social media platforms have inadvertently contributed to the __________ by rewarding content that generates high engagement
• Some news organizations are actively fighting against the __________ by focusing on fact-based reporting and avoiding misleading headlines

Syn: attention-seeking content, sensational journalism

Collocations:
* Clickbait headlines
* Sensationalist reporting
* Media sensationalism

Question 5

paywalls

Answer 5

• Many newspapers have implemented __________ to generate revenue in the face of declining print subscriptions.
• Readers often encounter __________ when trying to access premium articles or exclusive content on news websites.
• The debate over __________ centers on balancing the need for sustainable journalism with public access to information.

Synonyms: Subscription barriers, content restrictions