Bank Soal TKA Bahasa Inggris 2026
Persiapan TKA / SNBT Kelas 12 SMA
Balancing Our Online and Offline Selves
Memahami fenomena "Digital Dissonance" dan dampaknya terhadap kesehatan mental serta kejujuran hubungan sosial.
Reading Passage:
In today's world, the line between our online and offline lives is becoming less clear. Many people create ideal versions of themselves on social media, which often do not fully match who they really are. This difference is called "digital dissonance"—the gap between how we present ourselves online and who we truly are in real life. This can affect our mental health and the quality of our relationships.
First, the pressure to keep a perfect online image can cause stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem. When we compare ourselves to the happy and successful posts of others, we may feel like we are not good enough. It is important to remember that what we see online is only a small part of someone's life, not the whole story. Reminding ourselves of this can reduce the harmful effects of unrealistic comparisons and improve our self-worth.
Second, carefully crafted online personas can reduce honesty in real-life interactions. People might act differently online to gain approval or likes. This can harm genuine communication and relationships. Over time, this may create distance between friends or family members who feel they no longer know the "real" person behind the screen.
To address this, we need to be mindful and responsible when using digital platforms. Being mindful means paying attention to whether our online behavior reflects our true values. It means thinking carefully before posting, being honest about our experiences, and understanding that social media is not the only way to measure success. Practicing digital mindfulness can help us use technology in a healthier, more balanced way.
By staying true to ourselves both online and offline, we can enjoy the benefits of technology without losing our authenticity. This balance helps us build better self-confidence and stronger, more meaningful relationships. In a connected world, being mindful of how we present ourselves online leads to a more honest and peaceful life.
Adapted from: https://medium.com/@alextimofte/the-vanishing-line-where-our-online-and-offline-selves-meet-90188f187b42
What are the negative effects of online life on a person's mental health?
There is more than one correct answer. Click on every correct answer.
Soal menanyakan khusus dampak negatif kehidupan online terhadap "mental health" (kesehatan mental seseorang).
Cari kata "mental health" pada bacaan. Ditemukan pada paragraf 1 dan diperjelas di Paragraf 2:
"First, the pressure to keep a perfect online image can cause stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem..."
- It may distance friends or family: Merupakan dampak pada relationships (Paragraf 3), bukan spesifik kesehatan mental.
- It can lower self-confidence: BENAR (Synonym dari low self-esteem / low self-worth).
- It can reduce honesty: Merupakan dampak pada real-life interactions / honesty (Paragraf 3).
- It may cause anxiety: BENAR (Disebutkan eksplisit di Paragraf 2).
- It can lead to stress: BENAR (Disebutkan eksplisit di Paragraf 2).
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