We Eat Social Media for Breakfast

In the essay "We Eat Social Media for Breakfast" by Dr. Preston, the main argument is about the use of pictures and how it had changed throughout the years. It went from recreating moments to creating impressions of people. The author showed that, as social media became dominant, the use of pictures had slowly strayed from its original purpose, with the use of informal diction and syntax, capturing its readers through using two compatible combination.

In the beginning of the essay, right away, the author uses an informal tone, using words like "wannabe," words in which teenagers might use. This use of diction fits the topic because the topic is related to those whom are in there teens and it is trying to appeal to them by using the same language. Since the targeted readers are teenagers, using this type of diction is very effective, as the argument actually reaches the readers.

The author also uses first-person pronouns. This gives a sense of  life to the essay. That behind all the writing, there is a person. This builds an intimate relationship with the reader, making them more regarding of the topic.