7th AOT Cycle 4 Assessment Review

What is the best way to check if a source of information is objective and not biased?

(Select TWO correct answers.)

• Check if the source presents multiple perspectives on the topic.

• Verify that the source has a professional, visually appealing website design.

• Analyze whether the source cites credible evidence and data.

• Ensure that the source only aligns with your personal beliefs.

• Trust the source if it uses strong emotional language to make its points.

The school has announced that all students are expected to cut their plastic usage by 50% over the next month. Many students are worried about how this will affect their daily routines.

What important information is missing from this announcement for students to fully understand the challenge?

• The specific date when this change will start and end.

• The types of plastic students should focus on reducing.

• The exact number of students participating in the initiative.

• The amount of plastic students are using at other schools in the district.

Your friend Mario forgot to finish his homework and asks you if he can copy yours just before class starts.

What’s the best ethical response?

• Let Mario copy your homework to avoid getting him in trouble

• Pretend you didn’t hear his request and walk away.

• Tell your classmates that Mario did not complete his homework

• Offer to explain the material to Mario so he can complete it on his own.

You see an ad where a boy plays with a new action figure that lights up with lasers and talks. The narrator says, "Be the coolest kid in your neighborhood with Action Hero Max!"

How is this ad trying to influence your choice?

• By making you think the toy is useful for school.

• By making you believe you’ll be popular if you have it.

• By showing you the toy can clean your room.

• By explaining how toys are made.

A commercial shows a popular athlete drinking a sports drink and saying it helps them perform their best.

Which persuasive technique uses famous people to promote products?

• Bandwagon

• Testimonial

• Scarcity

• Before and after comparison

A smartphone ad claims, "Get the latest model for only $20 a month!" but includes small print about a required two-year contract.

In a smartphone advertisement, what is the MOST important detail to focus on when determining if the deal is actually good?

(Select TWO correct answers.)

• The small print and hidden conditions, like a required contract

• The brand of the smartphone being advertised

• The monthly payment amount for the deal

• The number of colors the smartphone is available in

• The total cost of the smartphone over the duration of the contract

If an advertisement appears during Saturday morning cartoons, who is the primary target audience?

• Working professionals

• Children

• Retirees

• College students

Which statement provides evidence to support that advertisements are targeted to kids during cartoons?

• Cartoons are popular among children, and advertisers often schedule ads during programming they watch.

• Most working professionals are busy on Saturday mornings, but may plan to watch cartoons.

• Saturday morning programming often includes family-oriented shows, appealing to a broad range of viewers.

• Retirees typically prefer advertisements for health products or leisure activities shown during cartoons.

A clothing brand wants to create an ad campaign for teenagers and considers using vibrant visuals, slang, and popular social media influencers.

Which factor is most important when tailoring a message to teenagers?

• Using formal and professional language to establish credibility

• Focusing on quality and durability of the product

• Including detailed technical information about the product

• Choosing a platform that teenagers frequently use, like social media

A small startup has just launched a new fitness app, but users are leaving mixed reviews.

How can customer feedback help improve a product?

• It allows the company to providing insights into what users like, dislike, or find challenging.

• The company can identify areas where the product can be enhanced, such as fixing bugs, adding new features, or improving usability.

• It provides insight into marketing strategies, that can better meet customer needs, leading to higher satisfaction and loyalty.

• All of the above.