Media and Society: Impact on Culture and Understanding

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a potential impact of media on society?

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Promoting social unity

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Shaping cultural norms and values

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Influencing political discourse

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Creating economic opportunities

Question 2

According to the media effects theory, what is the primary effect of media on individuals?

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Indirect and long-term

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Direct and instantaneous

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Universal and uniform

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Random and unpredictable

Question 3

What is the concept of the 'two-step flow of communication' in the context of media and society?

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Opinion leaders serve as intermediaries, conveying media messages to the public

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Media directly influences public opinion without the involvement of opinion leaders

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The public has little to no influence on the formation of media content

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Media and the public engage in a direct and reciprocal exchange of information

Question 4

What is the role of media regulation in balancing freedom of expression with the protection of individuals and society?

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To ensure diverse viewpoints are represented without causing harm

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To suppress dissenting opinions and maintain societal order

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To protect the commercial interests of media companies

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To control the flow of information to the public

Question 5

According to the unit, which of the following media theories suggests that media content can influence our attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors?

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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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Reception theory

Question 6

Examine the ethical implications of data collection and targeted advertising in the digital media environment.

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Data collection and targeted advertising are ethical when users give informed consent.

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Data collection and targeted advertising should be prohibited as they infringe on personal privacy.

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Data collection and targeted advertising are ethical as they enable businesses to deliver more relevant advertising.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental role of media in society?

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Promoting political ideologies

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Informing the public

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Entertaining the public

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Facilitating communication

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a key function of the media in society?

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Spreading propaganda and disinformation

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Informing the public about current events

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Influencing public opinion on important issues

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Promoting social change and progress

Question 9

The concept of 'media literacy' can be defined as:

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The ability to critically evaluate media messages and their underlying biases

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The ability to create and share media content effectively

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The ability to use media technologies efficiently

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The ability to understand the technical aspects of media production

Question 10

The concept of 'framing' in media refers to:

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The way in which media content is presented and structured to influence its interpretation

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The use of visual elements to convey meaning and evoke emotions

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The use of language to manipulate public opinion and promote certain viewpoints

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The use of music and sound effects to create a desired atmosphere and impact

Question 11

Media convergence refers to:

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The blending of different media platforms

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Media ownership becoming increasingly concentrated

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The emergence of novel media technologies

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The decline of print media

Question 12

What is the primary role of media in the context of globalization?

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Facilitating the spread of ideas and cultures across borders.

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Reinforcing national identities.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a primary theory explaining the relationship between media and society?

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Cognitive Dissonance Theory

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Hypodermic Needle Theory

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Cultivation Theory

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Social Learning Theory

Question 14

Which media theory proposes that excessive media consumption can lead to passivity and a lack of critical thinking skills?

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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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Spiral of silence theory

Question 15

How does media literacy enable individuals to make informed choices about their media consumption?

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It enhances critical thinking abilities.

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It encourages excessive media use.

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It supports media creation.

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It lessens the need for media regulations.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of media in society?

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Controlling the public

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Informing the public

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Educating the public

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Entertaining the public

Question 17

Marshall McLuhan's famous theory on media's influence on society is known as:

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The Medium is the Message

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The Gutenberg Galaxy

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The Social Construction of Reality

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The Spiral of Silence

Question 18

The process by which media representations can perpetuate and reinforce existing social inequalities is known as:

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Cultivation theory

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Agenda-setting

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Priming

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Framing

Question 19

The concept of 'fake news' refers to:

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False or misleading information presented as factual

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Satirical or comedic news stories

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News stories that are biased or inaccurate

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News stories that are not published in mainstream media

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences media ownership and control?

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Audience demographics

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Government policies and regulations

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Corporate consolidation

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Technological advancements

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a function of media in society?

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To spread propaganda

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To inform

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To entertain

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To promote social change

Question 22

How does media influence our perceptions of reality?

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By presenting a limited and selective view of the world

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By providing us with a complete and unbiased view of the world

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By having no influence on our perceptions of reality

Question 23

Which theory suggests that media reproduces and reinforces existing social inequalities?

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Cultivation theory

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Spiral of silence theory

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Agenda-setting theory

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Gatekeeper theory

Question 24

How does media contribute to the formation of public opinion?

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By providing a platform for the expression of diverse views

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By manipulating public opinion to serve its own interests

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By suppressing dissenting opinions

Question 25

Which of the following is a characteristic of the digital media landscape?

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Increased access to diverse perspectives and information

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Complete control of information by a few powerful corporations

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Limited access to diverse perspectives and information

Question 26

How does media literacy empower individuals in a digital society?

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By providing them with the skills to critically evaluate and produce media

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By making them immune to the negative effects of media

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By giving them the power to control the flow of information

Question 27

How does media contribute to the process of globalization?

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By facilitating communication and the exchange of ideas across borders

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By promoting cultural isolationism and local identities

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By preventing the spread of ideas and values beyond national borders

Question 28

How can media be used to promote social change?

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By raising awareness of important issues and influencing public opinion

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By directly participating in political campaigns

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By providing financial support to social movements

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a recognized function of media in society?

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To censor constructive criticism

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To shape public opinion

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To provide entertainment

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To inform and educate

Question 30

Marshall McLuhan's theory of media ecology primarily suggests that:

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Media technologies profoundly influence how we perceive and interact with the world around us.

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Media is the sole driving force behind societal change.

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Media effects are inherently negative.

Question 31

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies media bias?

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News coverage that disproportionately represents certain viewpoints.

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Objective reporting of events without any discernible bias.

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Providing equal airtime to all parties involved in a debate.

Question 32

According to the cultivation theory, prolonged exposure to media content can:

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Significantly shape our perceptions of social reality.

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Have negligible impact on our beliefs and attitudes.

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Solely influence our political views.

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Only lead to detrimental outcomes.

Question 33

A major criticism of the uses and gratifications approach to media effects is that it:

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Assumes media audiences are passive recipients of messages, overlooking their active role in media consumption.

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Focuses exclusively on the negative aspects of media use.

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Fails to provide a comprehensive understanding of media effects.

Question 34

The concept of the 'spiral of silence' primarily refers to the tendency for:

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Individuals to refrain from expressing their opinions when they perceive their views are not widely shared.

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Public opinion to rapidly shift towards extreme positions.

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Media to amplify the voices of minority groups.

Question 35

Which of the following is a distinctive characteristic of digital media that sets it apart from traditional media?

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Interactivity and the proliferation of user-generated content.

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Absence of bias and neutrality.

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Limited accessibility and reach.

Question 36

The concept of 'cultural imperialism' refers to:

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The dominance and spread of Western media and cultural values in other societies, potentially leading to the erosion of local cultures.

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The resistance of local cultures to external cultural influences, preserving their distinct identities.

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The harmonious exchange of cultural ideas between different societies, resulting in mutual enrichment.

Question 37

A major ethical concern associated with the widespread use of social media is:

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Potential violations of privacy through the collection and misuse of personal data.

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Always promoting overly positive and unrealistic content.

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Providing a platform for marginalized voices to be heard.

Question 38

The 'information gap' primarily refers to the:

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Disparity in access to and comprehension of information between different socioeconomic groups, potentially leading to inequalities in knowledge and opportunities.

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Scarcity of information available in the digital age.

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Overabundance of irrelevant and overwhelming information faced by individuals.

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in understanding the relationship between media and society?

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Political apathy

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Media power

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Media effects

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Media representations

Question 40

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

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Increased awareness of social issues.

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Negative body image.

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Political polarization.

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Desensitization to violence.

Question 41

Which of the following is a benefit of media literacy?

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Empowering individuals to make informed choices about media consumption.

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Eliminating negative media effects.

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Reducing media consumption time.

Question 42

The concept of 'fake news' refers to:

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Intentionally false or misleading information presented as news.

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News that is biased or inaccurate.

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News that is not reported by mainstream media outlets.