KSI - Recap Quiz

What is the focus area of the A Level Media Studies Set Product of KSI?

• Historical context of media

• Media language, Representation, Media industries, Audiences

• Technological advancements in media

• Political impact on media

What is the name of the music video mentioned in the fact sheet that should be considered for its conventional elements?

• Stay With Me

• Not Over Yet

• Back to You

• Moving Forward

According to the text, what two main qualities do YouTubers/influencers rely on to maintain their audiences?

• Authenticity and relatability

• Humor and education

• Wealth and luxury

• Professionalism and formality

What does the use of direct address to the camera in a bedroom or small studio suggest about KSI's videos?

• It indicates high production value and professionalism.

• It suggests a sense of authenticity and relatability.

• It shows a preference for outdoor filming locations.

• It implies a focus on special effects and high-budget visuals.

According to the text, what type of language is used in KSI's videos to reinforce his authenticity?

• Formal language with proper diction.

• Slang mixed with street dialect and gaming/social media terms.

• Scientific terminology and academic language.

• Multiple foreign languages to appeal to a global audience.

How has KSI's content changed in recent years according to the document?

• He has shifted to creating silent films.

• He has started producing media products in more mainstream genres.

• He has focused exclusively on gaming content.

• He has reduced his online presence significantly.

What theoretical approach does Jean Baudrillard's concept of 'simulacrum' relate to?

• Modernism

• Realism

• Postmodernism

• Expressionism

What is the 'simulacrum' according to Jean Baudrillard?

• A genuine representation of reality.

• An imitation that appears more real than the thing it is imitating.

• A minimalist approach to media production.

• A technique for enhancing special effects in films.

How does KSI's 'authenticity' relate to the concept of 'simulacrum'?

• It is a genuine reflection of his real-life personality.

• It is an imitation designed to create the impression of reality.

• It is unrelated to the concept of 'simulacrum'.

• It is a byproduct of high-budget film production.

According to the factsheet, what is KSI known to represent through his boxing career?

• A negative portrayal of young Black British men

• A stereotype of effortless success without hard work

• A positive portrayal of young Black British men through hard work and overcoming challenges

• A reinforcement of stereotypical machismo without any commitment or skill