Mass Media (Influences/History)

Who invented television?

• Thomas Edison

• Philo T. Farnsworth

• Abraham Lincoln

• Alexander Graham Bell

How does mass media influence our culture?

• Shapes our morals of right and wrong

• Keeps us informed

• Reinforces stereotypes

• All of the above

A negative consequence of mass media would be_________?

• Makes us informed about current events

• Motivates us to help others in need

• Strengthens stereotypes of women as submissive (less powerful) to men

• Helps us select our government leaders

Which of these forms of media was created first?

• Radio

• Television

• Telegraph

• Movies

Color television became popular in the ____________?

• 1920's

• 1980's

• 1970's

• 1950's