Media Consolidation and Convergence Quiz

In 1890, how many newspapers were there in the United States?

• 10,000

• 12,000

• 13,000

• 20,000

What was the main reason for the disappearance of locally owned media in the U.S.?

• Lack of readership

• Government control

• Media consolidation

• Financial instability

What is media convergence?

• The disappearance of locally owned media

• The ownership of multiple types of media by one organization

• The merging of media companies

• The government control of media

Which media company owned over 1,200 radio stations in 2013?

• Viacom

• CBS

• Time Warner

• Clear Channel

What are the advantages of media consolidation?

• Freedom of the press

• Local coverage

• Diverse voices and points of view

• Efficient advertising

What is the potential disadvantage of media consolidation?

• Silencing of diverse voices

• Increased local coverage

• More choices for entertainment

• Stronger firewall in journalism

What is the main concern for stockholders in large media companies?

• Media convergence

• Audience satisfaction

• Quality journalism

• Return on investment

What is the impact of media consolidation on journalists?

• Improved financial models

• Enhanced journalistic practices

• Decreased work availability

• Increased job opportunities

What does the Internet allow anyone to do?

• Sponsor quality journalism

• Create financial models

• Publish news

• Control media

What do human beings hunger for?

• News

• Entertainment

• Money

• Food