Media Effects: Impact of Media on Our Thoughts, Feelings, and Behavior

Question 1

Which of the following is a potential effect of heavy media consumption, according to cultivation theory?

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Cultivation of beliefs and values aligned with media portrayals

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Increased awareness of current events

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Enhanced critical thinking skills

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Reduced exposure to diverse perspectives

Question 2

Which media effects theory suggests that prolonged exposure to media depictions can influence our perceptions of societal norms and expectations?

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Cultivation theory

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Agenda-setting theory

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Uses and gratifications theory

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Priming theory

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the impact of media messages?

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Current weather conditions

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Audience demographics

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Message content

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Context of exposure

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the main idea of cultivation theory?

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Media exposure shapes our perceptions of the world.

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Media exposure has no impact on our thoughts, feelings, or behaviors.

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Media creates a false sense of reality.

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Cultivation theory only applies to television and film.

Question 5

According to cultivation theory, which of the following is a fundamental assumption?

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Repeated exposure to media content can shape our perceptions of the world.

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Media effects are solely negative for individuals and society.

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Media effects are temporary and have no lasting impact on individuals.

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Media effects are limited to particular media formats, such as television or print.

Question 6

According to cultivation theory, which of the following is a key belief?

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Media shapes our views of the world.

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Media only impacts those who consume it excessively.

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Media has no impact on our actions.

Question 7

Which concept is NOT a central tenet of cultivation theory?

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Media ownership patterns have no bearing on media effects.

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Media consumption can shape our perceptions of social reality.

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Media content can influence our attitudes and beliefs.

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Media exposure can lead to desensitization to violence.

Question 8

Which of the following is not a recognized type of media effect?

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The weather is sunny today.

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Cultivation theory

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Agenda-setting theory

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Framing effects

Question 9

Which of the following is an advantage of cultivation theory?

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It can provide insights into the long-term effects of media consumption.

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It relies on self-report data.

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It is difficult to measure the effects of specific media texts.

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It can be difficult to generalize the findings to different populations.

Question 10

Which of the following is a potential effect of heavy television viewing, according to the cultivation theory?

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A perceived increase in crime rates

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A decrease in political participation

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Improved problem-solving abilities

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Increased empathy for others

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a key assumption of cultivation theory?

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Television viewing is the only factor that affects people's perceptions of the world.

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Heavy viewers of television are more likely to perceive the world as a dangerous place.

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The effects of television viewing are cumulative over time.

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Television violence can lead to aggressive behaviour.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a cognitive effect of media exposure?

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Physical reactions in the body

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Learning new information

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Changing opinions and beliefs

Question 13

According to media effects theories like cultivation theory, which of these is NOT a possible result of exposure to violent media content?

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Enhanced problem-solving abilities

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Increased aggression

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Desensitization to violence

Question 14

According to agenda-setting theory, who is most likely to be affected by the media's portrayal of the world?

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Individuals who regularly consume media, especially on social media

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Individuals with high education and political involvement

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Individuals with strong opinions on current events, regardless of media consumption

Question 15

What is the main way that priming effects work in media?

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Making certain ideas and connections easier to recall

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Highlighting the importance of specific news stories

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Influencing how trustworthy information sources seem

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Encouraging people to share information online

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of cultivation theory, as proposed by George Gerbner?

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Media effects vary across different audiences.

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Media shapes our perceptions of social reality.

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Media influences our attitudes and values.

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Media can desensitize us to violence.

Question 17

According to **agenda-setting theory**, what is the primary way the media shapes public opinion?

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By directing attention towards specific issues

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By framing issues to influence how audiences perceive them

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By persuading audiences to adopt particular viewpoints

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By encouraging specific voting behaviors

Question 18

In the two-step flow of communication model, which mechanism is primarily responsible for spreading and intensifying media effects within society?

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Opinion leaders who shape public opinion and attitudes

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Interpersonal communication channels alone

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Direct influence of mass media on individuals only

Question 19

According to agenda-setting theory, how does the media influence the public's perception of important issues?

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By covering certain issues more often than others

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By directly instructing the audience on what to think about an issue

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By presenting only one viewpoint on an issue

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By creating a sense of urgency about specific issues

Question 20

Which concept is not a core tenet of cultivation theory?

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The idea that media has a negligible impact on the public

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Media's ability to shape perceptions of reality

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Media exposure's potential to influence attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a mechanism through which priming effects operate in media?

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Direct persuasion by the media

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Activation of related concepts in memory

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Alteration of the accessibility of information

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Reinforcement of existing beliefs

Question 22

Which criticism of cultivation studies emphasizes the difficulty in determining the direct impact of media exposure due to external factors?

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C. Challenge in isolating confounding variables

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A. Reliance on subjective data

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B. Neglect of individual variations

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D. Excessive focus on media's negative effects

Question 23

How do cultural factors, such as media consumption habits, societal norms, and political structures, affect the impact of media exposure? Evaluate the cross-cultural validity of cultivation theory.

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Cultural factors can influence the impact of media exposure in various ways, including media consumption patterns, societal norms, and political structures.

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Cultivation theory is equally applicable in all cultures, regardless of cultural variations.

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Cultural factors only affect the impact of media exposure in terms of the specific media content consumed.

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Cultural factors only affect the impact of media exposure in highly collectivist cultures.

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of media effect?

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Physical effects

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Cognitive effects

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Behavioral effects

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Emotional effects

Question 25

What is the term for the psychological tension that arises when an individual holds two or more conflicting beliefs?

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Cognitive dissonance

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Social cognition

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Social comparison

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Social reinforcement

Question 26

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the impact of media exposure?

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Extraterrestrial events

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Individual characteristics (e.g., age, personality)

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Social context (e.g., culture, peer group)

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Media content characteristics (e.g., message framing, emotional intensity)

Question 27

What is the term for the selective exposure to media content that aligns with our existing beliefs and attitudes?

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Selective exposure

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Confirmation bias

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Persuasion

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Priming

Question 28

According to priming theory, what is the effect of media exposure on how we process new information?

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It influences the accessibility of certain concepts or schemas in our minds.

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It changes our beliefs and attitudes about the issue being presented.

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It determines our overall perception of the world.

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It has no significant effect on our cognitive processing.

Question 29

What is the term for the phenomenon where repeated exposure to media images of idealized body types can lead to negative body image and self-objectification?

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Media self-objectification

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Body dysmorphic disorder

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Eating disorder

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Social comparison theory

Question 30

Short-term and long-term media effects differ in their temporal characteristics. Which of the following statements correctly describes the distinction?

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Short-term effects are transient, while long-term effects are enduring.

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Short-term effects are always negative, while long-term effects are always positive.

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Short-term effects are easy to measure, while long-term effects are difficult to measure.

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Short-term effects are only observable in children, while long-term effects are only observable in adults.

Question 31

Media effects can be harnessed to promote positive outcomes in society. Which of the following is **not** a potential benefit?

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Facilitating political polarization

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Raising awareness about important issues

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Encouraging prosocial behaviors

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Inspiring positive role models

Question 32

Researchers conducting media effects studies have ethical responsibilities. Which of the following is **not** an ethical obligation?

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Using deceptive tactics to obtain desired results

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Protecting participants from harm

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Obtaining informed consent

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Maintaining confidentiality

Question 33

Cognitive media effects refer to changes in an individual's thought processes. Which of the following is an example of a cognitive media effect?

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Increased knowledge about a particular topic

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Heightened empathy towards a specific group

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Adoption of new behaviors

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Increased heart rate

Question 34

Behavioral media effects involve observable changes in an individual's actions. Which of the following is an example of a behavioral media effect?

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Adoption of new behaviors

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Increased knowledge about a particular topic

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Heightened empathy towards a specific group

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Increased heart rate

Question 35

Physiological media effects refer to physical reactions experienced by an individual. Which of the following is an example of a physiological media effect?

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Increased heart rate

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Increased knowledge about a particular topic

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Heightened empathy towards a specific group

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Adoption of new behaviors

Question 36

How does media ownership and control influence the content produced by media outlets, potentially shaping the messages received by the public?

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Media ownership and control can shape the messages disseminated to the public by influencing the content produced and distributed by media outlets.

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Media owners have no influence over the content created by their organizations.

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Media ownership and control do not affect the cultivation of media content.

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Media owners use their control to promote diverse perspectives in media content.

Question 37

Which research method is commonly employed to measure media effects through direct observation and recording of participants' behavior?

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Observation

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Survey

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Experiment

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Content analysis

Question 38

According to the Agenda-Setting Theory, media primarily influences the public's:

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Knowledge and awareness of public issues

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Preferences for specific political candidates

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Voting decisions

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Media consumption patterns

Question 39

A meta-analysis of numerous studies examining the effects of violent video games on behavior concluded that:

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They have mixed and inconsistent effects

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They unequivocally increase aggressive behavior

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They have no significant effect on aggression

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The research findings are inconclusive

Question 40

Media researchers have an ethical obligation to safeguard vulnerable populations from potential harm during research. Which action best demonstrates this responsibility?

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Obtaining informed consent from participants before data collection.

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Prioritizing the potential benefits of media exposure over any potential risks.

Question 41

How can insights from media effects research be utilized in public policy and regulation?

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Employ media effects research to understand the potential impacts of media exposure and inform media regulation decisions.

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Disregard findings from media effects research as irrelevant to policymaking.

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Use media effects research solely to restrict media content through policies.

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Exclude media effects research from public policy considerations.

Question 42

How does media literacy help people reduce the effects of cultivation?

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Media literacy helps people think critically about media and resist its negative effects.

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Media literacy has no effect on cultivation.

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Media literacy can only help some people, like those with more education.

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Media literacy can only help if it's taught in schools.

Question 43

What is the primary objective of media effects research?

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To understand the impact of media on individuals and society

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To forecast future media trends and developments

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To develop guidelines and regulations for media content

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To encourage the use of media for educational purposes

Question 44

How does selective exposure to media content contribute to the formation of political echo chambers?

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It limits exposure to diverse viewpoints, leading to confirmation bias.

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It increases trust in political institutions, reducing polarization.

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It fosters critical thinking skills, encouraging individuals to question their beliefs.

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It reduces political participation, leading to apathy and disengagement.

Question 45

Which research design is considered the gold standard for media effects research?

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Experiment

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Survey

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Observational study

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Meta-analysis

Question 46

Which theory proposes that media exposure can shape individuals' perceptions of social reality?

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Cultivation theory

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Uses and gratifications theory

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Agenda-setting theory

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Priming theory

Question 47

Which of the following is an example of a cognitive effect of media?

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Increased knowledge

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Changed attitudes

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Increased physiological arousal

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Increased willingness to help others

Question 48

Which type of media effect refers to changes in observable behavior?

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Behavioral effects

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Cognitive effects

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Emotional effects

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Physiological effects

Question 49

How do cultural norms and contexts shape individuals' understanding and experiences of media messages?

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Cultural norms and contexts can influence how individuals interpret and experience media messages.

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Cultural norms and contexts have no impact on media effects.

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Cultural norms and contexts always lead to consistent interpretations of media messages across cultures.

Question 50

How do personal values and beliefs influence the impact of media exposure?

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They indirectly affect how people understand and react to media messages.

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They directly change the media's message.

Question 51

How can excessive television viewing negatively affect children's cognitive, social, and emotional development?

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Reduced emotional intelligence and increased aggression

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Enhanced cognitive abilities and improved social skills

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Improved language comprehension and expanded vocabulary

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Enhanced creativity and imagination

Question 52

How do demographic characteristics, like age, gender, socioeconomic status, and cultural background, affect how different audiences interpret and are impacted by media messages?

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Factors like age, gender, socioeconomic status, and cultural background can influence how individuals interpret and respond to media messages.

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Media effects are only determined by the content of the media message.

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The impact of media messages is the same for all audience members.

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Demographic factors have little to no influence on media effects.

Question 53

The 'cultivation theory' proposes that exposure to media:

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Shapes our perception of the world

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Influences our behavior

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Increases our cognitive abilities

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Has no significant effects

Question 54

The 'agenda-setting theory' proposes that media:

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Can influence the public's perception of issues

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Can persuade people to change their opinions

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Can change people's behavior

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Has no significant impact on society

Question 55

The concept of 'media literacy' refers to:

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The ability to understand and critically evaluate media messages

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The ability to create and produce media content

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The ability to access and use media technologies

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The ability to avoid media exposure

Question 56

Which media effect refers to the process by which media content gradually shapes our perception of the world?

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Cultivation

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Priming

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Agenda-setting

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Framing

Question 57

Which potential negative effect is associated with excessive media consumption?

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Increased Anxiety

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Enhanced Empathy

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Increased Cognitive Abilities

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Improved Communication Skills

Question 58

Which media effect describes the tendency to recall and retain information that aligns with one's existing beliefs?

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Confirmation Bias

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Agenda-setting

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Framing

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Priming

Question 59

Which media effect refers to the media's ability to influence the public's perception of issues by highlighting specific topics?

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Agenda-setting

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Framing

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Cultivation

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Priming

Question 60

Which media effect refers to the temporary activation of certain thoughts or behaviors?

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Priming

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Cultivation

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Framing

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Agenda-setting

Question 61

Which of the following is NOT a type of media effect?

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Neutral effect

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Behavioral effect

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Affective effect

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Cognitive effect

Question 62

What is the central tenet of the cultivation theory?

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Media exposure cultivates our perceptions of the world.

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Media exposure leads to aggression.

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Media exposure influences voting behavior.

Question 63

What are some potential benefits of media effects?

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Information, education, entertainment, and social connections.

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Media effects are solely negative.

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Media effects are always intentional.

Question 64

What are some potential risks associated with media effects?

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Stereotypes, unhealthy behaviors, and unrealistic expectations.

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Media effects only impact adults.

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Media effects can only be mitigated by government regulation.