SOL 10a comprehension questions

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Which of the following is NOT a form of mass media? TV, Radio, Personal letters, Newspapers

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Personal letters

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What is one way the media influences public attention?

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By focusing public attention on selected issues

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How do media provide a platform for communication?

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By offering a forum for opposing viewpoints

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Why is it important for voters to evaluate information in political campaigns?

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To make informed choices about candidates and issues

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What is one way to identify propaganda in media?

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By identifying exaggerated claims

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Which of the following is NOT a strategy for evaluating media accuracy?

• Detecting bias
• Identifying propaganda
• Ignoring all information
• Evaluating reliability of sources

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Ignoring all information

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What role does media play in setting the public agenda?

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By focusing attention on selected issues

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What is the purpose of mass media reaching large audiences?

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To influence public opinion

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Which of the following is a form of mass media? Personal diaries, National magazines, Private emails, Handwritten notes

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National magazines

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How can individuals critically assess the reliability of news sources?

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By checking the credibility of the source