Media and Journalism Quiz

What does the term "media" refer to in the context of the provided text? The term "media" refers to (a)   .

• A method of communicating information
• A specific type of television progr
• A government agency responsible for
• A social media platform

What is the role of the media as a gatekeeper?

• To ensure that all stories are presented without bias

• To decide which stories and issues are important enough to receive public attention

• To report every single event without selecting

• To provide entertainment such as action films

Match the following reasons with why the media might be biased.

• Reason for bias: Personal biases of reporters

• Because it is made up of human beings with their own views

• Reason for bias: It operates without profit motives

• Because it is controlled by the government

• Reason for bias: Focus on sensational news

• Because it is a non-profit organization

• Reason for bias: Government influence

• Because it only reports on car crashes and house fires

What does the "B" in Gatekeeper stand for according to the text?

• Business

• Biased

• Broadcasting

• Both A and B

Match the following reasons with the correct explanation for why news programs focus on stories that are fast-paced and exciting.

• Reason committed to impartial news coverage

• To educate the public on current events in detail

• Reason intended to influence public opinion or policy

• To provide unbiased reporting

• Reason aiming to attract viewers with dynamic content similar to movies

• To compete with entertainment such as action films

• Reason focusing on in-depth analysis of events

• To support political agendas

What is the role of the media as an agenda-setter?

• To entertain the public with various shows and movies

• To ensure that for-profit corporations set the public agenda

• To decide what issues society discusses in the public sphere

• To report only on issues that are exciting and entertaining

Why is the media's role as an agenda-setter considered controversial?

• Because the media only reports on issues that are easy to solve

• Because some people worry that important issues will not get public attention

• Because the media is controlled entirely by the government

• Because all issues get an equal amount of coverage

The media's function as a watchdog is to (a)   .

• To entertain the public with comedy
• To alert the public of government actions.
• To only report positive news storie
• To ensure that the media's favorite

How does the public influence the media?

• By controlling the content that is broadcasted on television

• By responding to the media's reporting which can affect which stories get through the gate

• By paying for the media's expenses and salaries

• By voting for what the media should report on