Digital Media and Media Balance Quiz

What is digital media?

• Information from books
• Information that comes through the internet
• Information from television
• Information from newspapers

Which of the following best describes media balance?

• Using media all day
• Using media in a healthy way with other activities
• Avoiding media completely
• Only using media for schoolwork

What does a 'red flag feeling' indicate?

• Feeling happy about media
• Feeling uncomfortable or anxious about something in media
• Feeling bored with media
• Feeling excited about new apps

What does it mean to 'unplug'?

• To turn off your device
• To engage in activities without devices
• To charge your device
• To use media for homework

Why is media balance important?

• It helps you use media more
• It keeps you from using media
• It allows you to enjoy other life activities
• It makes media more fun

Which of the following is an example of a healthy media balance?

• Playing video games for 8 hours straight
• Spending time with friends and then using media
• Only using media for school
• Ignoring friends to watch videos

What might cause a red flag feeling?

• A funny video
• A sad news story
• A game you enjoy
• A new app

How can you tell if you need to unplug?

• You feel bored
• You feel happy
• You feel anxious or overwhelmed
• You feel excited

Which activity is NOT a way to unplug?

• Reading a book
• Going for a walk
• Scrolling through social media
• Playing outside

What is a potential consequence of not having media balance?

• Improved relationships
• Increased stress or anxiety
• Better focus on schoolwork
• More time for hobbies