"Reality TV and Society" Reading Quiz

What does degenerated mean?

• A discussion or debate marked by opposing views

• To decline or change to a worse situation

• To cause someone to become dishonest or immoral

• To take advantage of

• The state of being varied or having different forms; usually used to describe different ethnicities and cultures

What is the POINT author's main claim?

• That everyone is responsible for their own viewing habits (for what they choose to watch on TV).

• That since reality TV is not real, it is harmless.

• That reality TV has a negative effect on society.

• That reality TV can inspire people to pursue their dreams.

Random Trivia: What is the national animal of Scotland?

• The bee

• The unicorn

• The Shetland pony

• The badger

What does controversy mean?

• A discussion or debate marked by opposing views

• To decline or change to a worse situation

• To cause someone to become dishonest or immoral

• To take advantage of

• The state of being varied or having different forms; usually used to describe different ethnicities and cultures

Which of the following examples would the POINT author most likely consider to be a "good" TV program?

• A reality TV show that admits it is staged.

• A exciting show that has athletes compete for a cash prize.

• A show that focuses on the conflicts that happen when 20 women are forced to compete for a relationship with one man.

• A show that focuses on politics and social issues.

What does diversity mean?

• A discussion or debate marked by opposing views

• To decline or change to a worse situation

• To cause someone to become dishonest or immoral

• To take advantage of

• The state of being varied or having different forms; usually used to describe different ethnicities and cultures

Random Trivia: What is the fear of the number 13 called?

• Triskaidekaphobia

• Coulrophobia

• Gephyrophobia

• Lachanophobia

What does corrupt mean?

• A discussion or debate marked by opposing views

• To decline or change to a worse situation

• To cause someone to become dishonest or immoral

• To take advantage of

• The state of being varied or having different forms; usually used to describe different ethnicities and cultures

What is the COUNTERPOINT author's main claim?

• That reality TV is dangerous to society.

• That everyone is responsible for their own media consumption (for what they choose to watch).

• That reality TV is NOT fake, it is actually real.

• That reality TV can educate and inspire people.

What does exploit mean?

• A discussion or debate marked by opposing views

• To decline or change to a worse situation

• To cause someone to become dishonest or immoral

• To take advantage of

• The state of being varied or having different forms; usually used to describe different ethnicities and cultures