Question

what is the main topic of the article?
the educational gap in social media usage during the arab spring
the generational gap in social media usage during the arab spring
the role that social media played during the arab spring
the government response to protestors during the arab spring

Explanation:

The options all relate to the Arab Spring and social - media or government - protester relations. Analyzing the options, the one that encompasses the overall focus on social media's significance during the Arab Spring is the most likely main topic.

Answer:

the role that social media played during the Arab Spring