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

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10th Grade
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1.
DRAG AND DROP QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
3.
MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following reasons with why the media might be biased.
Reason for bias: Government influence
Because it is a non-profit organization
Reason for bias: It operates without profit motives
Because it only reports on car crashes and house fires
Reason for bias: Personal biases of reporters
Because it is made up of human beings with their own views
Reason for bias: Focus on sensational news
Because it is controlled by the government
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the "B" in Gatekeeper stand for according to the text?
Business
Biased
Broadcasting
Both A and B
5.
MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following reasons with the correct explanation for why news programs focus on stories that are fast-paced and exciting.
Reason focusing on in-depth analysis of events
To compete with entertainment such as action films
Reason aiming to attract viewers with dynamic content similar to movies
To educate the public on current events in detail
Reason intended to influence public opinion or policy
To provide unbiased reporting
Reason committed to impartial news coverage
To support political agendas
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
8.
DROPDOWN QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The media's function as a watchdog is to (a) .
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
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