What is Media? - Definition, Types, and Role in Society

Question 1

What characteristic distinguishes mass media from interpersonal communication?

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Standardized content and formats

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Limited reach and accessibility

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Two-way symmetrical communication

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of social media?

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To connect people

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To provide news and information

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To advertise products

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To entertain

Question 3

Which type of media is interactive, allowing users to participate and share content?

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Social media

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Print media

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Broadcast media

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Online media

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using digital media?

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Physical storage

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Convenience

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Interactivity

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Cost-effectiveness

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a defining feature of media?

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Subjectivity

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Accessibility

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Purpose

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Representation

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of media?

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Is always truthful

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Communicates information

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Reaches a wide audience

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Influences public opinion

Question 7

Why are media ethics important? Explain the key principles that guide responsible media practices.

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Objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and respect for privacy are important ethical principles for responsible media practices.

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Media ethics are optional guidelines that can be ignored when necessary.

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The main goal of media ethics is to make as much money as possible.

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None of the above accurately describe the importance and principles of media ethics.

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the term 'media'?

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Any means of communication that conveys messages to a large audience.

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A specific platform or channel used for communication, such as television or print.

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The technology employed to create and distribute communication content.

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The ideas and messages that are shared with an audience.

Question 9

Which essential characteristic distinguishes 'mass media' from other forms of communication?

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Being widely accessible and distributed to a large population.

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Reaching a limited, specialized audience.

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Utilizing advanced and expensive technology for production.

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Serving a specific political or cultural agenda.

Question 10

Identify the option that does NOT represent a traditional type of mass media.

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Social media

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Television

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Radio

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Magazines

Question 11

Which type of media is characterized by its interactive nature and user-generated content?

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Social media

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Print media

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Broadcast media

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Traditional media

Question 12

In the context of digital media, which ethical concern is particularly relevant?

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Privacy protection

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Reporting bias

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Sensationalism

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Copyright violations

Question 13

According to which media theory do media act as a filter, shaping the public's perception of reality?

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Gatekeeping theory

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Agenda-setting theory

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Cultivation theory

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Uses and gratifications theory

Question 14

How does media influence and shape cultural identities, considering both local and global contexts?

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The impact of media on cultural identities is complex and varies across different contexts and forms of media.

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Media merely reflects cultural identities without actively shaping them.

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Media can create entirely new cultural identities that have no basis in existing traditions.

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Media inevitably leads to the homogenization of cultural identities worldwide.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT considered a traditional form of media?

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Digital

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Print

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Broadcast

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Telegraph

Question 16

What is media bias and how can it affect media consumers and society?

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Media bias is the intentional or unintentional presentation of information that favors a particular perspective.

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Media bias is the conscious decision to spread false or inaccurate information.

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Media bias has no impact on audiences or society.

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Media bias only occurs in traditional media outlets.

Question 17

Which characteristic of media identified in this unit is incorrect?

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Complete objectivity

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Pervasiveness

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Interactivity

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Symbolism

Question 18

Which type of media is primarily used to convey information through written or spoken language?

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Print

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Broadcast

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Digital

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Social

Question 19

In what primary way does media influence our perception of the world around us?

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By shaping our beliefs, values, and attitudes

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By providing us with a neutral and unbiased perspective

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By suppressing dissenting opinions

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By directly controlling our thoughts and actions

Question 20

Which ethical responsibilities are most crucial for media professionals to uphold?

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Accuracy, fairness, and impartiality

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Sensationalism and entertainment value

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Political bias and manipulation

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Prioritizing profit over public interest

Question 21

How does media literacy primarily empower individuals?

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By allowing them to critically evaluate and interpret media messages

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By making them passive recipients of information

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By shielding them from exposure to harmful content

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By ensuring they consume only credible and unbiased sources

Question 22

Which of the following best defines the concept of 'media'?

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A means of communication that disseminates information to extensive audiences.

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Platforms that facilitate social connections.

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Any form of entertainment.

Question 23

Which characteristic of media pertains to its ability to reach a vast and dispersed audience?

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Mass

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Interactive

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Credible

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Biased

Question 24

Identify the type of media that primarily utilizes moving images and audio.

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Broadcast

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Print

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Social

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Online

Question 25

How does media exert its influence on society?

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By shaping public opinion, disseminating information, and providing entertainment.

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Exclusively through commercial advertising.

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By solely controlling political discourse.

Question 26

Which ethical principle is paramount in responsible media practice?

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Accuracy and Fairness

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Profitability

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Popularity

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Sensationalism

Question 27

How can media contribute to societal change?

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By raising awareness, fostering dialogue, and holding power accountable.

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Exclusively through entertainment and distraction.

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By solely promoting consumerism.

Question 28

What is the primary function of social media?

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To facilitate online communication and interaction among users.

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To serve primarily as a news and information source.

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To solely promote products and services.

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To entertain and amuse users as its main purpose.

Question 29

How has the emergence of digital technology transformed media?

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By fostering greater interactivity, personalization, and accessibility of media content.

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By diminishing the reach and impact of media.

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By completely eliminating traditional media formats.

Question 30

What is the significance of media literacy in today's world?

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It empowers individuals to critically analyze and create media messages effectively.

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It makes traditional education obsolete.

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It ensures constant entertainment for all.

Question 31

How can media be effectively utilized for educational purposes?

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To enhance student engagement, provide interactive learning experiences, and broaden access to information.

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To solely entertain and amuse learners.

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To completely replace traditional textbooks.