GCSE Media Studies – Set Product Factsheet

During the pandemic, what role did news media play in public health communication?

• News media disseminated accurate information and updates about the pandemic.

• News media spread misinformation and caused panic among the public.

• News media had no significant role in public health communication.

• News media only focused on political aspects of the pandemic.

What language is used to describe healthcare workers and hospitals in the media during the pandemic?

• Positive and heroic

• Negative and critical

• Neutral and factual

• Varied and inconsistent

How is Covid-19 represented in media language according to the factsheet?

• As a global pandemic

• As a minor health issue

• As a local outbreak

• As a resolved crisis

What is the implication of the phrase 'Join our jabs army' as used by The Sun?

• A call to action for vaccination volunteers

• A recruitment for military service

• An advertisement for a new TV show

• A campaign for a political party

Which of the following statements is true about the newspaper industry context?

• A) Newspapers were well-prepared for the internet era.

• B) Newspapers have relied solely on advertising and diversification.

• C) Newspapers have not made any cuts to their costs.

• D) Newspapers are self-regulated.

What is the process of publishing 'The Sun' newspaper after editorial sign-off?

• Printing and distribution

• Editorial review

• Content creation

• Marketing and sales

How can readers access the digital edition of 'The Sun' newspaper?

• By subscribing online

• By purchasing a physical copy

• By visiting a library

• By calling customer service

What is the significance of funding for print newspapers like 'The Sun'?

• It helps maintain journalistic independence and quality.

• It increases the number of advertisements.

• It reduces the cost of digital subscriptions.

• It allows newspapers to hire more journalists.

Which demographic does 'The Sun' target the most?

• Young adults

• Teenagers

• Middle-aged adults

• Elderly

What is the cost to subscribe to the digital edition of 'The Sun' newspaper per week?