Activity 2: Getting Essential Information Directions: Read each paragraph and pick out the essential ideas by writing them in a separate sheet of paper. 1. With the advent of technology, more and more people logged into social media. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram keep us connected with family members. They are great places to meet new people, reconnect with long lost friends or even to start relationship. However, people should realize that online relationships are not healthy substitute for real life interactions.​