From MySpace to TikTok: The Evolution of Social Media Influencers
Published Jun 30, 2026 · Updated Jul 29, 2026 · Editorial Team
Test your knowledge on how influencers have changed over the years, from early bloggers to today's short‑form video stars.
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QUESTION 1
Which platform, launched in 2005, enabled the first wave of modern video creators such as Michelle Phan and Smosh to build mass audiences?
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Which platform, launched in 2005, enabled the first wave of modern video creators such as Michelle Phan and Smosh to build mass audiences?
- A. MySpace
- B. Facebook
- C. YouTube
- D. Twitter
In the commonly used influencer tiers, what term describes creators with roughly 10,000 to 100,000 followers?
- A. Nano-influencer
- B. Micro-influencer
- C. Macro-influencer
- D. Mega-influencer
Which feature did Instagram introduce in 2016 that significantly boosted influencer marketing?
- A. Stories
- B. Reels
- C. IGTV
- D. Shopping Tags
What was a common way early bloggers monetised their influence before sponsored posts became standard?
- A. Selling branded merchandise
- B. Affiliate marketing
- C. Patreon subscriptions
- D. Live-streaming tips
Which platform pioneered the six-second looping video format that paved the way for today's short-form content?
- A. Snapchat
- B. TikTok
- C. Vine
- D. YouTube Shorts
Which metric matters most to brands when selecting a nano-influencer for a campaign?
- A. Total follower count
- B. Engagement rate
- C. Posting frequency
- D. Average video length
In which year did the FTC publish its '.com Disclosures' guidance, spelling out how endorsement disclosures must be made in digital and social media?
- A. 2009
- B. 2013
- C. 2017
- D. 2020
Which of the following is an example of a 'virtual influencer'?
- A. Lil Miquela
- B. Charli D'Amelio
- C. Emma Chamberlain
- D. MrBeast
What trend describes influencers moving away from highly polished feeds toward more authentic, behind-the-scenes posts?
- A. Curated feeds
- B. Filter overload
- C. Relatable or 'raw' content
- D. Sponsored takeovers
In 2021, the head of which platform announced it was 'no longer a photo-sharing app' and would prioritise video, pushing creators toward short-form clips?
- A. Facebook
- B. Instagram
- C. Twitter
- D. LinkedIn
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