What Does It Mean to Be Tacky Nowadays?

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• It explains the conclusion of the story.

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• It provides the title of the passage.

The meaning of "tacky" has evolved according to the text in which of the following ways?

• It originally meant sticky but now refers to something in poor taste.

• It has always meant something fashionable.

• It originally meant expensive but now means cheap.

• It originally meant clean but now means dirty.

Some items or behaviors might be labeled as tacky socially because:

• they do not align with accepted social norms or tastes.

• they are always expensive and luxurious.

• they are universally admired by everyone.

• they are required by etiquette in all cultures.

Social media plays what role in the perception of tackiness?

• It shapes and amplifies perceptions of tackiness.

• It eliminates all perceptions of tackiness.

• It has no influence on perceptions of tackiness.

• It only affects perceptions of elegance.

The fashion trend given as an example of current mainstream aesthetics is:

• Minimalism

• Bohemian

• Gothic

• Vintage

Fernanda Young redefined the idea of tackiness by:

• embracing it as a form of personal expression.

• rejecting it completely in her work.

• associating it only with poor taste.

• ignoring its cultural significance.

True tackiness was associated with which of the following behaviors?

• Wearing flashy, mismatched clothing

• Being polite and reserved

• Following the latest fashion trends

• Dressing in neutral colors

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Respondents associate which of the following social behaviors with tackiness?

• Loud and attention-seeking actions

• Polite and reserved manners

• Generous and selfless behavior

• Intellectual discussions

The idea of a "tacky home" in the text represents:

• A home that is considered to have poor taste or style.

• A home that is very expensive and luxurious.

• A home that is always clean and organized.

• A home that is small and cozy.