Media Evolution and Impact Assessment

Media Evolution and Impact Assessment

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Lucas Foster

History, Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

The video explores the evolution of media from the printing press to social media and its impact on political discourse. It highlights how newspapers, radio, TV, and the internet have shaped public opinion and political communication. The video also discusses the positive and negative effects of media diversity, including increased polarization and skepticism. It concludes with a reflection on current media trends and their potential future impact on politics.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which invention in the mid-15th century significantly impacted media?

Printing Press

Internet

Television

Radio

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main form of media in early American history?

Internet

Television

Radio

Newspapers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant change in media during the early 20th century?

The rise of social media

The invention of the printing press

The introduction of radio broadcasts

The advent of cable news

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Walter Cronkite?

An early newspaper editor

A respected television journalist

A famous radio host

A social media influencer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What development in the late 20th century increased the diversity of news sources?

Radio broadcasts

The printing press

Social media

Cable news networks

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the internet changed media consumption?

It has increased media choices and viewpoints

It has decreased the number of viewpoints

It has made newspapers more popular

It has limited media choices

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential negative effect of social media on political discourse?

Decreased skepticism

More reliable news

Creation of echo chambers

Increased unity

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic factor influences media outlets?

For-profit business models

Charitable donations

Government funding

Non-profit motives

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a concern about the current media landscape?

Too few media choices

Lack of skepticism

Increased polarization

Unified public opinion

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a positive aspect of the internet and social media in politics?

Limited communication

Decreased media diversity

Increased media control

Broader communication access

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