Gender and the Media: Representation and Impact in Film, TV, and Print

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a major theoretical framework used in the analysis of gender and media representation?

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Cognitive dissonance theory

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Cultivation theory

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Social learning theory

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Symbolic interactionism

Question 2

According to feminist media theory, gender is primarily:

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A social and cultural construct

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A natural and fixed category

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A combination of biological and psychological factors

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A product of individual experiences and preferences

Question 3

Which of the following is a common media stereotype of women?

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Passive and emotional

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Assertive and ambitious

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Intelligent and rational

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Physically strong and athletic

Question 4

How does media representation of gender primarily influence individuals and society?

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By shaping perceptions and expectations

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By promoting social equality

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By providing accurate reflections of reality

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By having no significant impact

Question 5

Which film theory perspective explicitly focuses on analyzing the representation of female characters?

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Feminist film theory

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Auteur theory

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Psychoanalytic theory

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Structuralist theory

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What is the significance of intersectionality in analyzing gender representation in media?

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It acknowledges the intersection of multiple identities and experiences that shape gender

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It focuses solely on gender as the primary factor of analysis

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It ignores the influence of other social categories

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It assumes that all gender experiences are identical

Question 7

Which research method is commonly used for qualitative analysis of gender representation in media?

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Content analysis

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Survey

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Experiment

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Statistical modeling

Question 8

Which of the following represents the central focus of the module on Gender and the Media?

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Analyzing how gender is represented and constructed in the media

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Investigating the biological and psychological basis of gender

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Examining the history of gender activism in the media

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Exploring the role of media in shaping personal relationships

Question 9

Hegemonic representations of gender in the media typically feature characters who:

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Conform to traditional gender roles and expectations

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Challenge and subvert gender norms

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Are androgynous and defy gender categorization

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Exhibit a wide range of gender identities and expressions

Question 10

The social constructionist perspective on gender suggests that it is:

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Shaped primarily by social and cultural norms

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Fixed and determined by biological factors

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A combination of both social and biological factors

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A matter of personal choice and self-identification

Question 11

Examine the challenges and opportunities in media representation of marginalized genders. Discuss how these representations can impact both individuals and society.

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Challenges include limited visibility, tokenism, and negative stereotypes.

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Opportunities include increased diversity, authentic storytelling, and providing role models.

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Media representations have no significant impact on individuals or society.

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All marginalized genders face identical challenges and opportunities in media representation.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental concept in the study of gender and the media?

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Physiological determinism

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Gender construction

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Media representation

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Structural inequality

Question 13

Which feminist media theory asserts that media content is intrinsically biased against women?

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Radical feminism

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Liberal feminism

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Socialist feminism

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Postcolonial feminism

Question 14

Which central concept focuses on how gender identities are created through media?

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Construction

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Perception

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Objectification

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Socialization

Question 15

How has the portrayal of women in advertising transformed over time?

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Initially, women were primarily portrayed as homemakers, but this depiction has become more diverse.

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The representation of women in advertising has remained static throughout history.

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Advertising has had a minimal impact on societal perceptions of women.

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The portrayal of women in advertising is identical across all cultures.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of media in shaping gender norms?

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Documenting historical events

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Creating new gender stereotypes

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Influencing gender socialization

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Reinforcing prevailing gender roles

Question 17

The concept of hegemonic masculinity emphasizes the:

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Dominant form of masculinity that enforces strict gender norms and values

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Influence of media on shaping gender roles

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Importance of gender equality and diversity

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Diversity of masculine identities and experiences

Question 18

The 'male gaze' perspective in media typically represents the world from:

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A heterosexual male point of view

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The experiences of marginalized groups

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A feminist and inclusive perspective

Question 19

Which of the following is an intersectional feminist approach to media analysis?

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Examines how multiple forms of oppression, such as gender, race, and class, intersect and shape media representations

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Focuses solely on the experiences of women

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Ignores the influence of social factors on media representations

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Promotes a binary view of gender

Question 20

The 'beauty myth' refers to:

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The prevailing cultural ideal of physical attractiveness and femininity

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The importance of physical beauty in shaping social status

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The objectification of women in media

Question 21

The concept of 'mediated sexism' refers to:

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Sexism that is transmitted and reinforced through media content and platforms

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Sexism that is present in all media outlets

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Sexism that is experienced only in offline settings

Question 22

The concept of 'gender performativity' suggests that:

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Gender is not fixed, but rather a fluid and performative aspect of identity

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Gender is a stable and unchanging category

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Gender is primarily shaped by social and cultural factors

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Gender is a biologically determined binary construct