Social Media Literacy: Digital Footprint and Mythology

English
Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet designed to enhance understanding of digital footprints through the lens of mythology-themed narrative analysis and creative response prompts.

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Social Media Literacy: Digital Footprint and Mythology

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Understanding Digital Footprints through Mythology

In the ancient realm of Elysium, legends tell of a hero named Orion who possessed a luminous cloak woven from the threads of countless stories. Each thread represented a moment, a choice, or a secret shared throughout his life—woven together into a tapestry visible to all who looked. As Orion journeyed through the digital landscape, he discovered that every action, every post, and every whisper left a faint trace—a shadow of his presence. These traces, akin to mythic runes, formed a digital aura that lingered long after he vanished from the virtual world. His myth became a cautionary tale: a hero’s reputation, once clouded with glory, could be tarnished by the faintest hint of misstep—an echo in the web of interconnected stories. Orion’s story reminds us that our digital footprints are like the mythic relics of ancient heroes—visible, enduring, and capable of shaping our real-world legend. In this mythology-inspired universe, every digital action is a symbol, a mythic signifier, that contributes to the legend of who we are beyond the physical realm.
1.
What does Orion's luminous cloak symbolize in the context of digital footprints?
[2 marks]
2.
Identify one literary technique used in the passage and explain its effect.
[3 marks]
3.
How does the myth of Orion serve as a warning about digital footprints?
[2 marks]
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Multiple Choice: What is the primary theme conveyed in the myth of Orion?
[1 mark]
5.
Describe how the concept of 'mythic runes' enhances the story's message about digital identity.
[4 marks]
6.
What lesson can students learn from Orion's story regarding their own digital footprints?
[2 marks]
7.
Create an original mythological tale about a young hero navigating the digital realm, emphasizing the importance of mindful online behavior.
[8 marks]
8.
Identify and explain one literary device present in the passage aside from metaphor.
[3 marks]
9.
How can understanding mythology help us better grasp the concept of digital footprints?
[2 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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