M3L4 PRACTICE QUIZ

Modern technology has affected global society by

• Reducing the effects of social change.

• Reinforcing traditional values.

• Preventing the spread of democratic principles to developing nations.

• Increasing the speed and extent of cultural diffusion.

The cartoonist is critical of computers mainly because

• Computer technology becomes obsolete too quickly.

• Computers are becoming more difficult to use.

• Personal information may no longer be private.

• Important personal records are frequently lost.

Which problem associated with the increasing use of computers represents the most serious threat to traditional United States values?

• Personal computers are becoming so expensive that only the very wealthy can afford them.

• The storage of large amounts of information about individuals may lead to abuses of the right to privacy.

• Much of the information stored by computers is irrelevant to most people's needs.

• Advances in computer technology may lead to a decline in leisure time for most Americans.

Which statement best describes and impact of the computer on global economy?

• Countries can increase tariffs on imports.

• Wages have risen dramatically for most people in developing nations.

• Prices of oil and other resources have declined worldwide.

• Companies now market more products worldwide.

Which conclusion about Internet usage can be drawn from the chart?

• Developing nations have easier access to the Internet than developed countries.

• Eastern Hemisphere nations use Internet connections more than Western Hemisphere nations do

• A high standard of living in a nation is linked to high Internet usage.

• Internet usage limits international cooperation.

The widespread use of computers has led to a national concern over

• A decline in television writing.

• Guarding the right to privacy.

• Increased pollution of the environment.

• Protection of the right to petition.

The major responsibility of the news media in United States society is to

• Inform the people.

• Create controversies.

• Promote the major political parties.

• Standardize ideas.

Automobiles, radio, motion pictures, and televisions are technological advances of the 20th century. These inventions affect American life because they

• Are generally too expensive for ordinary working people.

• Tend to standardize American culture.

• Are less popular than had been anticipated.

• Have little impact on traditional lifestyles and values.

The woman who is known as the "future of fashion" has some specific advice for those wanting to become an Instagram ____. 

• Lexicon

• Broadcast

• Transmit

• Influencer

The interview was ____ live from the studio in London.

• Broadcast

• Lexicon

• Diffusion

• Transmit