Religion in the Media: Impact on Public Perception and Understanding

Question 1

How can our understanding of religion be influenced by the media sources we use?

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Both B and C

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By limiting our exposure to diverse religious perspectives

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By shaping our beliefs and attitudes towards different religions

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By giving us an incomplete view of religious practices

Question 2

How does the media's portrayal of religion often lead to misunderstandings?

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It creates false stereotypes about different religions.

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It always promotes understanding between different religions.

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It has no effect on how people view religion.

Question 3

When reporting on religion, what is a key consideration for responsible media?

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Respecting religious beliefs and practices

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Presenting only positive views of religion

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Giving equal coverage to all religions in every story

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Avoiding any mention of religion in the media

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a way in which media can shape our views on religion?

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Providing a neutral and balanced perspective

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Presenting biased or incomplete information

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Providing a platform for diverse religious perspectives

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Promoting specific religious practices

Question 5

Which ethical consideration is crucial for media when reporting on religion?

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Accuracy and fairness

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Sensationalism and bias

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Political correctness

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Respect for privacy

Question 6

Which is a potential advantage of media involvement in religious issues?

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Increased public awareness

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Reduced religious understanding

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Diminished interfaith dialogue

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Increased religious extremism

Question 7

What is the "agenda-setting" effect of media in relation to religion?

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Media influences public opinion by determining which religious issues are considered important

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Media has no influence on public opinion about religion

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Media only reports on religious issues that are already popular

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Media reflects the public's religious beliefs and concerns

Question 8

How can individuals critically evaluate media representations of religion?

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Questioning the source and purpose of information

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Accepting all media reports as factual

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Only consuming media that aligns with their own beliefs

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Avoiding media coverage of religion altogether

Question 9

How can media contribute to religious literacy in society?

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By providing accurate and accessible information about different religions

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By avoiding discussing religious issues altogether

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By promoting one particular religion over others

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By portraying religion as a negative force

Question 10

Sensationalized media coverage of religious groups can lead to:

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Increased prejudice and misunderstanding

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Increased tolerance and understanding

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No significant impact

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Increased recruitment to the group

Question 11

Different media platforms, such as television, social media, and print, can influence our understanding of religion by:

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Each platform having its own strengths and limitations in conveying religious messages

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All media platforms providing equally reliable and comprehensive information about religion

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Traditional media, such as print, being more trustworthy than newer platforms, such as social media

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Religious content not being effectively communicated through any media platform

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a key role played by the media in shaping perceptions of religion?

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Eliminating all religious stereotypes and biases

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Providing accurate and unbiased information

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Promoting religious tolerance and understanding

Question 13

What is the difference between religious literacy and stereotyping?

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Religious literacy involves understanding and respecting various beliefs, while stereotyping involves oversimplifying and generalizing

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Religious literacy is restricted to knowledge about one's own religion, while stereotyping occurs when judging other religions

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Religious literacy and stereotyping are essentially the same

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Stereotyping is more acceptable than religious literacy

Question 14

In the digital age, which role is essential for religious education?

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Developing students' critical thinking abilities in analyzing media representations of religion

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Imparting knowledge about various religions and their beliefs

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Promoting a specific religious viewpoint

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Restricing students' media usage

Question 15

Which of these is an example of media coverage that enhances religious understanding?

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A documentary on the history of Islam

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A news report on a terrorist attack

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A reality TV show featuring a popular religious leader

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A comedy sketch mocking a particular religion

Question 16

Which type of media is more likely to present religion in a sensationalized way?

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Social media platforms

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Mainstream news sources

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Religious publications

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Academic journals

Question 17

How do media portrayals of religion differ based on cultural backgrounds?

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Media portrayals of religion often reflect and reinforce cultural stereotypes.

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Media portrayals of religion are the same in all cultures.

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Media portrayals of religion only focus on negative aspects.

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Media portrayals of religion are always fair and accurate.

Question 18

What is the term for a simple and often inaccurate generalization about a particular group of people?

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Stereotype

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Prejudice

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Discrimination

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Bias

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a common method used by the media in portraying religion?

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Providing objective information about religious practices

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Sensationalizing religious incidents

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Stereotyping religious groups

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Influencing public opinion on religious issues

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of how the media might sensationalize religious incidents?

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Using provocative headlines or images to draw attention to a religious story

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Reporting on a peaceful religious gathering with a focus on potential conflict

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Interviewing experts to provide balanced perspectives on a religious event

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Ignoring religious events altogether

Question 21

The media shapes our views on religion in various ways. Which of the following is NOT one of these ways?

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Through personal experiences

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Through news coverage

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Through entertainment programs

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Through social media

Question 22

What is the main difference between a news story and a commentary piece?

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News stories report on objective facts, while commentary pieces express opinions.

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Commentary pieces are based on research, while news stories are not.

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News stories are written by journalists, while commentary pieces are written by religious leaders.

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There is no difference between news stories and commentary pieces.

Question 23

How does the media's portrayal of religion differ from its portrayal of other societal institutions, such as politics or education?

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The media often presents more sensationalized stories about religion than about other institutions.

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The media gives equal coverage to all societal institutions, including religion.

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The media portrays religion more positively than other societal institutions.

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The media's portrayal of religion is more accurate than its portrayal of other societal institutions.

Question 24

Identify the media portrayal that best exemplifies the perpetuation of religious stereotypes:

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A news story that exclusively associates Islam with terrorism

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A documentary that explores the vielfältig beliefs and practices of Hinduism

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An interview with a religious leader emphasizing the importance of interfaith dialogue

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A drama series featuring a Muslim character who challenges traditional gender roles

Question 25

What is the primary responsibility of media professionals when reporting on religion?

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To present all sides of the story fairly and accurately

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To promote their own religious beliefs

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To prioritize sensationalism and entertainment

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To avoid reporting on religion altogether

Question 26

Which of these is NOT a theory of media representation?

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Objectivity theory

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Agenda-setting theory

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Cultivation theory

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Priming theory

Question 27

What type of media format cannot convey religious content?

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Medical textbooks

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TV shows

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Magazines

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Social media

Question 28

Should the media only portray religion in a positive light?

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No

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Yes

Question 29

The distinction between religious and non-religious media content refers to what concept?

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Sacred and secular

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Objective and subjective

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Informative and entertaining

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Persuasive and non-persuasive

Question 30

Which of these is NOT a helpful way for religious communities to connect with people online?

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Ignoring social media completely

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Setting up official social media accounts

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Using social media to talk to people

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Working with popular online figures to spread their message

Question 31

How can the media's portrayal of religion affect public perceptions?

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It can shape people's views and understanding of religion.

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It only reinforces existing beliefs.

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It has no impact on public perceptions.

Question 32

Which of the following is an example of how the media can contribute to religious stereotypes?

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By presenting only certain aspects of a religion without providing context.

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By avoiding any mention of religion.

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By giving equal time to all religious perspectives.

Question 33

What is the role of media literacy in understanding the media's portrayal of religion?

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It helps individuals critically evaluate and interpret the information presented in the media.

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It ensures that individuals only consume media that aligns with their beliefs.

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It has no role in understanding the media's portrayal of religion.

Question 34

Which of the following is a potential benefit of the media's portrayal of religion?

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It can promote interfaith dialogue and understanding.

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It always leads to increased religious conflict.

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It only serves to reinforce existing prejudices.

Question 35

How can religious communities engage with the media to ensure balanced and respectful representation?

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By actively participating in media production and critique.

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By demanding censorship of any unfavorable media coverage.

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By avoiding all contact with the media.

Question 36

Which of the following is an ethical consideration when reporting on religion in the media?

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Respecting the privacy and confidentiality of individuals.

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Prioritizing sensationalism over accuracy.

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Giving equal weight to all viewpoints, regardless of their validity.

Question 37

How can the media contribute to religious tolerance and understanding?

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By providing a platform for diverse religious voices and perspectives.

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By promoting only one religious tradition.

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By avoiding any discussion of religion altogether.

Question 38

Which of the following is a challenge faced by religious communities in navigating media representation?

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Balancing the need for visibility with the risk of misrepresentation.

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Always receiving positive media coverage.

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Having no access to media platforms.

Question 39

How can individuals use critical thinking skills to evaluate media portrayals of religion?

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By considering the source, purpose, and potential biases of the information.

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By accepting all information presented in the media as true.

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By relying solely on their own personal beliefs.

Question 40

How does the media shape our views on religion?

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By presenting certain information and perspectives more prominently

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By forcing us to believe certain things about religion

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By providing accurate and balanced information

Question 41

How can the media contribute to religious literacy?

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By providing accurate and diverse information on different religions

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By promoting only one particular religion

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By sensationalizing religious events

Question 42

Which of the following is a limitation of the media in portraying religion?

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Lack of in-depth analysis and limited perspectives

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Always provides accurate information

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No limitations

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Cannot be influenced by personal biases

Question 43

How can individuals critically evaluate media portrayals of religion?

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By considering the source, purpose, potential biases, and underlying assumptions

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By focusing solely on the visuals

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By accepting everything the media says as true

Question 44

Which of the following is an ethical consideration for the media when reporting on religion?

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Respecting the beliefs and practices of different faiths

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Promoting only one particular religion

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Sensationalizing religious events for ratings

Question 45

How can the media contribute to interfaith understanding?

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By providing platforms for different religious voices and perspectives

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By promoting one religion over others

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By avoiding any mention of religion

Question 46

Which of the following is a potential bias in media coverage of religion?

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Over-representation of certain religious groups or perspectives

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Always provides balanced and objective reporting

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Cannot be influenced by cultural or societal factors

Question 47

How can individuals use media literacy skills to navigate media portrayals of religion?

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By understanding different media formats and their potential impact

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By focusing solely on entertainment value

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By believing everything the media says