Media Communication Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cognitive dissonance?

• Denial

• Acceptance

• Ignoring

• Rationalization

What is a key responsibility when it comes to fact-checking?

• Trust all sources blindly

• Question the source/veracity of information

• Ignore conflicting information

• Only check social media

What is the average attention span of a viewer or listener?

• 20 seconds

• 1 minute

• 10 seconds

• 30 seconds

What do journalists primarily want from newsmakers?

• To avoid controversy

• A story and the facts

• Positive news coverage

• To be viewed as a resource

Which of the following is a common mistake communicators make?

• Being prepared for questions

• Using alienating language

• Listening to feedback

• Being transparent

What is a significant change brought by social media?

• Less content variety

• Viral marketing

• Increased reliance on traditional media

• Decreased interactivity

What makes news interesting?

• Provocative and controversial content

• Only local issues

• Technical jargon

• Unrelated events

What is the role of influencers in social media?

• To create fake news

• To promote traditional media

• To engage audiences

• To avoid interaction

What is a common characteristic of news stories?

• They show drama and conflict

• They are lengthy and complex

• They are always positive

• They avoid human interest

What is the significance of 'TBR' in media communication?

• Truth by Reaction

• Truth by Reporting

• Truth by Relevance

• Truth by Repetition