Media and Information Literacy Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a characteristics of a media and information literate citizen?

• Have no idea of the world around them

• Can build a sense of community

• Can make informed and independent decisions

• Can understand media's influence and representations

What role does the media play in promoting economic opportunities?

• Creates numerous jobs in the media industry

• Increases the cost of obtaining information

• Limits access to information

• Encourages independent learning

How has the media influenced political participation?

• Informs the public about government activities

• Encourages apathy towards politics

• Limits access to political information

• Promotes no engagement in governance

What is the significance of media literacy in social cohesion?

• It creates divisions among individuals

• It helps individuals organized and well connected social units

• It has no impact on social relationships

• It promotes isolation

Which skill is NOT essential for a media and information literate citizen?

• Aesthetic and Creative Skills

• Interactive Skills

• Critical Analysis Skills

• Emotional Skills

In three to five sentences, explain the advantages of being a media and information literate citizen in 21st century.

Today, I have learned that living in a media-saturated world in the 21st century digital age, it is important for everyone to become a ______________________________.

The media force feeds information to unwilling receivers.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Media and Information literate individuals enjoy an improved quality of life.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Media and Information literate individuals actively participate in politics.

• TRUE

• FALSE