#AP Spanish Language: Social Media & Global Impact - Your Ultimate Review 🚀

Hey! Let's get you feeling super confident for your AP Spanish Language exam. This guide is designed to be your go-to resource, especially for that last-minute review. We'll break down everything you need to know about social media's role in global issues, with a focus on how it connects to the AP themes. Let's make this exam a breeze! 😉

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#🌎 Global Issues & Civil Society

It's amazing how much power we have to make a difference! Civil society is stepping up, using technology to raise awareness and demand action. Remember, tú tienes el poder! 🙌

#🤳📱 Social Media: The Good, the Bad, and the Global

Social media has changed everything. It's how we communicate, shop, learn, and even protest. Let's dive into the details.

#El Positivo 📈

• Communication Revolution:
  • Email and texting are now universal and easy. 📧
  • WhatsApp is HUGE! It allows global messaging with pictures, videos, and voice notes over WiFi. 📱
  • Super popular in all Spanish-speaking countries! 🌎
• Business Boost:
  • Small businesses can reach local and global audiences. 🏢
• Information Access:
  • Need info fast? Social media is your friend! 💡
• Scientific Exchange:
  • Researchers can easily share findings and ideas. 🔬

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#El Negativo 📉

• Addiction:
  • Easy to get hooked and lose time with loved ones. 😥
• Body Image Issues:
  • Unrealistic comparisons can hurt self-esteem and contribute to teen suicide rates. 💔
• Digital Divide:
  • Not everyone has the same access, creating inequalities. 🌐
• Inappropriate Content:
  • Easy access to illegal or harmful materials. ⚠️
• Misinformation:
  • Hard to know what's true with so many sources. 🤔

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#🪧 Political Implications

Social media has given ordinary people a powerful voice. It's been a catalyst for change worldwide.

Political movements and social change are HUGE topics for the AP exam. Pay close attention to these examples!

#USA 🇺🇸

• Black Lives Matter (#BLM):
  • Started with the hashtag after Trayvon Martin's death in 2013. ✊🏿
  • Social media has been crucial for raising awareness about police brutality.
  • Darnella Frazier's video of George Floyd's murder was a turning point. 📹
• #MeToo:
  • Went viral in 2017 after allegations against Harvey Weinstein. 🎬
  • Allowed people to share their stories of sexual assault and abuse. 🗣️

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#España 🇪🇸

• Catalan Independence Movement:
  • Catalonia has been seeking independence since 2012. 🎗️
  • Social media has helped organize protests and mobilize votes.
  • Even without international recognition, it's helped spread their message. 📢

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#🔑 Strive for Five Vocab

• Actualizar - update
• Agregar - to add
• Borrar - to delete
• Mensajería instantánea - instant messaging
• Difundir - to spread
• Chatear - to chat
• Mercadeo - marketing
• Foro - forum
• Influenciador(a) - influencer
• Descargar - to download
• Enlace - link
• Etiquetar - to tag
• Red social / redes sociales - social media
• Mandar un tweet - to send a tweet
• Piratería - pirating
• Seguidores - followers
• Suscriptores - subscribers

#¡Vamos a Practicar! - Task Model

Let's try some practice questions to get you ready for the exam!

#Reading Comprehension

Read this article: Muy interesante.es, Sarah Romero, "Los 5 trabajos que resistirán la era de los robos"

Practice Question

Multiple Choice Questions:

1. According to the article, what is a key aspect that prevents a job from being automated? a) The need for physical strength. b) The requirement of subjective judgment. c) The use of complex algorithms. d) The demand for repetitive tasks.

2. Which of the following jobs does the author mention as unlikely to be automated? a) Data entry clerk. b) Assembly line worker. c) Professional athlete. d) Bank teller.

Free Response Question:

Based on the article, discuss the role of subjectivity in jobs that are resistant to automation. Provide specific examples from the text to support your answer.

Scoring Breakdown:

• Understanding of Subjectivity (2 points):
  • 1 point for identifying that subjectivity is the key factor.
  • 1 point for explaining subjectivity as a combination of emotions, intuition, and reasoning.
• Examples from the Text (3 points):
  • 1 point for mentioning the role of a teacher.
  • 1 point for referencing the field of politics.
  • 1 point for citing the example of a professional athlete.
• Clarity and Coherence (1 point):
  • 1 point for a clear and well-organized response.

#Vocab from the reading 🔎

• Comportamiento - Behavior
• Ordenadores - Computers
• Subjetividad - Subjectivity
• Intocable - Untouchable
• Reinante - Reigning/Dominant
• Acceder - Access

#Final Exam Focus

• Highest Priority Topics:
  • Social media's impact (positive and negative)
  • Political movements and social change
  • Key vocabulary related to technology and social issues
• Common Question Types:
  • Multiple-choice questions on reading comprehension
  • Free-response questions requiring analysis and synthesis
  • Cultural comparisons between the US and Spanish-speaking countries
• Last-Minute Tips:
  • Time Management: Don't spend too long on one question.
  • Common Pitfalls: Watch out for tricky wording and cultural nuances.
  • Strategies: Read questions carefully and plan your responses.

You've got this! Go rock that AP Spanish Language exam! 💪