Media and Technology: Shaping British Culture Through Social Media, Digital Entertainment, and the Internet

Question 1

What is a significant drawback of excessive digital entertainment consumption?

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Diminished social interactions and communication skills

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Boosted creativity and problem-solving capabilities

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Enhanced physical health and well-being

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a major impact of social media on British society?

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Positive impact on mental and physical well-being

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Increased communication and connectivity

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Reduced privacy and personal security

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Enhanced access to information

Question 3

The 'right to be forgotten' refers to:

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The ability to remove personal information from search engine results

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The protection of intellectual property rights in the digital age

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The right to privacy in the context of data collection and processing

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The regulation of social media content

Question 4

The convergence of media and technology in British culture has raised ethical concerns. Discuss three key ethical concerns and propose strategies to tackle them.

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Privacy and data protection

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Misinformation and fake news

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Cyberbullying and online harassment

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a documented impact of social media on British culture?

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Diminished societal divisions

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Increased political polarization

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Enhanced communication and connectivity

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Reduced social isolation

Question 6

How has digital technology impacted the accessibility of information and knowledge for British citizens?

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Both (a) and (c).

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Increased access to a vast and diverse range of information sources.

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Led to a decline in the quality and reliability of available information.

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Promoted digital literacy and research skills.

Question 7

According to the unit, which of the following is NOT a major challenge posed by the rise of social media in British society?

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Improved access to diverse viewpoints

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Increased polarization and echo chambers

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Reduced privacy and data security

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Spread of misinformation and fake news

Question 8

The concept of 'filter bubbles' refers to:

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The tendency of social media algorithms to provide content that aligns with users' existing views

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The intentional creation of online spaces that exclude dissenting opinions

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The practice of blocking or unfollowing individuals with opposing viewpoints

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The spread of misinformation through social media echo chambers

Question 9

A defining characteristic of the contemporary British media landscape is that it is:

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Pluralistic and diverse

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Heavily regulated by the government

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Dominated by a handful of powerful corporations

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Censored to promote a particular political agenda

Question 10

The role of technology in British culture is:

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Constantly evolving and transformative

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Neutral and without significant impact

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Entirely negative and detrimental

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Beneficial only to a small elite

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT considered a positive impact of social media on British culture?

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Enhanced critical thinking skills

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Increased political engagement

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Greater access to information

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Reduced social isolation

Question 12

In terms of content and distribution, which aspect of digital entertainment has had a substantial impact on British television viewing habits?

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Streaming services with diverse content offerings

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Interactive video games

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Social media platforms for entertainment consumption

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Virtual reality experiences

Question 13

The rise of online shopping in the UK has had mixed effects. Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence?

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Positive environmental impact due to reduced packaging

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Increased convenience and accessibility for consumers

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Decline in traditional high street retail businesses

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Job losses in the retail sector

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that helps identify fake news?

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Attribution to credible and reliable sources

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Intentional spread of false or misleading information

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Sensationalized headlines designed to attract attention

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Emotional appeals and biased language

Question 15

Which platform has played a significant role in facilitating citizen journalism in the UK?

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Twitter

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Facebook

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Instagram

Question 16

Which British legislation governs the use of data collected by media and technology companies?

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Data Protection Act

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Freedom of Information Act

Question 17

What is the term for using technology to enhance human abilities?

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Human augmentation

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Augmented reality

Question 18

Which of the following aspects is NOT directly explored in this unit's analysis of the impact of media and technology on British culture?

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Education

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Communication

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Entertainment

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Social interactions

Question 19

Critical analysis of media and technology is a crucial component of this unit. Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of developing critical analysis skills in this context?

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Increased consumption of media and technology products

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Enhanced understanding of the role of media and technology in shaping society

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Development of more informed opinions about the role of media and technology

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Ability to navigate and critically evaluate online information

Question 20

Social media platforms have had a significant impact on communication patterns in the UK. Which of the following is NOT a way in which social media has affected communication?

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Strengthened face-to-face communication skills

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Increased immediacy and convenience of communication

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Expansion of communication networks beyond geographical boundaries

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Improved privacy and confidentiality in communication

Question 21

The internet has the potential to foster both positive and negative social interactions. Which of the following is NOT a potential negative consequence of internet use on social interactions?

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Enhanced communication and social connections

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Polarization and echo chambers

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Cyberbullying and online harassment

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Addiction and excessive use

Question 22

Technological advancements often bring about both opportunities and challenges. Which of the following is NOT a potential ethical challenge posed by media and technology?

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Improved access to information and resources

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Privacy and data protection concerns

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Misinformation and fake news

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Artificial intelligence and job displacement

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a way in which social media can influence political discourse in the United Kingdom?

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Increasing voter turnout and political participation

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Amplifying marginalized voices and perspectives

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Facilitating the spread of political propaganda and disinformation

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Providing platforms for political debate and discussion

Question 24

How has the internet revolutionized access to information in the United Kingdom?

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It has exponentially increased the availability of diverse information sources.

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It has diminished the reliability and accuracy of accessible information.

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It has made it more challenging to locate specific topic-related information.

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It has had a negligible impact on information accessibility.

Question 25

How will digital technology most likely affect the print media industry in the UK in the long run?

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Decline

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Increase

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Stay the same

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Make a comeback

Question 26

Evaluate the effectiveness of government initiatives in narrowing the digital divide in the UK.

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Government initiatives have made some progress, but more is needed to fully bridge the digital divide.

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Government initiatives have completely eliminated the digital divide in the UK.

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Government initiatives have worsened digital inequality.

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Government initiatives are unnecessary because the digital divide is closing on its own.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a potential negative impact of social media on British culture?

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Enhanced communication and connection

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Increased social isolation

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Polarization of political views

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Decline in traditional media consumption

Question 28

Which UK regulatory body enforces age limits on online content?

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Ofcom

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BBC

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ISBA

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of social media use?

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Reduced social anxiety

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Increased access to information

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Enhanced communication channels

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Greater sense of community

Question 30

Which of the following is a notable concern associated with the internet's influence on society?

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The dissemination of inaccurate information

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Enhanced efficiency in communication

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Improved access to educational resources

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Globalized availability of cultural products

Question 31

Which of the following is a key characteristic of effective media literacy?

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The ability to critically evaluate media content

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Comprehension of various media formats

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Frequent engagement with social media

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Awareness of media ownership structures

Question 32

Which of the following is a potential ethical concern related to media and technology use?

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Breach of privacy

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Increased consumerism

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Weakened social connections

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Reduced creativity

Question 33

Which of the following is a potential educational benefit of digital technology?

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Tailored learning experiences

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Eliminating the role of educators

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Increased distractions

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Reduced creativity

Question 34

Which of the following is a recognized positive impact of technology on British culture?

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Increased accessibility to education and cultural resources.

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Weakened community bonds and social interactions.

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Created a more fragmented and polarized media landscape.

Question 35

How has technology primarily impacted the way in which British people communicate?

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Enabled instant and global communication through social media and messaging apps.

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Increased the use of formal language and written communication.

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Reduced the need for face-to-face interactions and social gatherings.

Question 36

What is a potential benefit of using artificial intelligence (AI) in the British media industry?

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Improved personalization and recommendations of content to users.

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Reduced need for human journalists and editors.

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Increased control over the flow of information.

Question 37

Which of the following is a primary concern associated with the widespread use of the internet in Britain?

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Increased susceptibility to cyberbullying and online harassment

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Reduced civic engagement and participation

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Limited educational opportunities

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Diminished access to reliable information

Question 38

In what way has technology empowered citizen journalism in the UK?

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Facilitated the reporting of local events and issues by individuals

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Exacerbated the spread of misinformation and echo chambers

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Eroded the credibility and influence of traditional media outlets

Question 39

How does social media contribute to the phenomenon of political polarization in the UK?

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Creation of echo chambers and filter bubbles that reinforce existing beliefs

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Facilitation of dialogue and consensus-building across political divides

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Increased exposure to diverse viewpoints and perspectives

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a primary impact of social media on British culture?

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Increased online privacy and anonymity

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Greater access to information, news, and diverse perspectives

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Increased polarization and the formation of echo chambers

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Expanded opportunities for social interaction and community engagement

Question 41

How has digital entertainment contributed to the changing media landscape in the United Kingdom?

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By offering alternative sources of entertainment and reducing the dominance of traditional media outlets

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By significantly improving the overall quality of educational content

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By solely increasing the availability of news and information

Question 42

How has the internet impacted communication in British society?

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By facilitating instant, global communication and connecting people across diverse platforms

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By primarily reducing the frequency of face-to-face interactions

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By primarily increasing the spread of misinformation and propaganda

Question 43

Which of the following is a challenge posed by the rapid advancement of technology in the media industry?

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The necessity for constant adaptation to evolving technologies and platforms

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The substantial increase in production costs

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The inevitable decline in demand for traditional media formats

Question 44

How has the rise of citizen journalism influenced the media landscape in the United Kingdom?

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By introducing alternative perspectives and increasing public participation in news reporting

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By significantly increasing the frequency of false and misleading information

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By solely reducing the trustworthiness of established media outlets

Question 45

How has the development of virtual reality technology impacted the media and entertainment industries?

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By providing immersive experiences and expanding the possibilities for storytelling and entertainment

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By significantly increasing the risk of addiction and social isolation

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By solely reducing the demand for traditional forms of entertainment

Question 46

Which of the following is a responsibility of media consumers in the digital age?

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Critically evaluating information, verifying sources, and seeking diverse perspectives

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Consuming only content that aligns with personal beliefs

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Sharing everything they read or see online without critical evaluation

Question 47

In what way has the internet facilitated the globalization of British culture?

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By enabling the widespread dissemination of British content, perspectives, and values internationally.

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By restricting the exposure of British culture to external influences.

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By promoting cultural uniformity and standardization.

Question 48

How has the internet impacted social interactions in the UK?

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It has both enhanced opportunities for connection and introduced novel forms of social isolation.

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It has entirely replaced face-to-face interactions with online communication.

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It has significantly strengthened social cohesion and community bonds.

Question 49

What is the most accurate definition of 'digital divide'?

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The disparity in access to technology and digital resources experienced by different societal groups.

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The cultural differences between online and offline communities.

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The time lag between technological advancements and societal adaptation.

Question 50

What is a significant consequence of the rise of online shopping and e-commerce in the UK?

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The decline in the number of traditional brick-and-mortar retail stores.

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An increase in employment opportunities within the retail industry.

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A decrease in overall consumer spending.

Question 51

Which term best describes the growing interconnectedness of individuals and systems worldwide through technology?

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Globalization

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Digitalization

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Cybersecurity

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Artificial Intelligence

Question 52

Which technology has had a transformative effect on information availability and accessibility in the UK?

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The internet and search engines.

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Mobile phones.

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Video game consoles.

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Smart home devices.

Question 53

What is a potential ethical concern associated with the use of social media in political campaigns and mobilization in the UK?

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The dissemination of false or misleading information.

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Growing political apathy among young people.

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A decline in voter participation.

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Increased expenses for political campaigns.