Question

oh, the outrage over apps such as tiktok and instagram for it is on these apps where the dumbing of our youth is occurring. interestingly, its usually facebook where these champions for society vent their frustrations to a wide audience of like - minded gen xers. meanwhile, theyre also the parents who are texting their students to ask if they would prefer taco bell or mcdonalds delivered to school for lunch. what does the word champions show the reader about the gen xers?
it shows the reader that gen xers are unaffected by the increase in technology use.
it shows the reader that the gen xers consider themselves defenders against the takeover of technology.
it shows the reader that gen xers want to promote the use of more technology.
it shows the readers that gen xers were once athletically superior.

Explanation:

1. Analyze the context: The text talks about Gen Xers being "champions" who vent frustrations about apps (like TikTok/Instagram) "dumbing youth" on Facebook.
2. Evaluate Option 1: The Gen Xers are using Facebook (technology) to vent, so they are affected by technology use. Eliminate.
3. Evaluate Option 2: "Champions" here implies they see themselves as defending society from the perceived negative impact of technology (apps "dumbing youth"). This fits.
4. Evaluate Option 3: They are frustrated with app use, not promoting more technology. Eliminate.
5. Evaluate Option 4: The context is about technology/society, not athletic ability. Eliminate.

Answer:

B. It shows the reader that the Gen Xers consider themselves defenders against the takeover of technology.