M. 3/1 Midterm Exam Review 1st Term '25 Unit 1 & 2

A: "I usually get my news from online newspapers these days. It's so convenient."

B: "Me too! But sometimes I worry about whether the news is real or fake."

What are A and B mainly discussing?

• Their favorite newspapers.

• The convenience of online shopping.

• How they access news and concerns about its authenticity.

• Different types of online articles.

A: "My grandmother still prefers watching the evening news on TV."

B: "That's traditional mass media, right? My parents also listen to news on the radio in the car."

Which types of mass media are mentioned?

• Social media and podcasts.

• Television and radio.

• Books and magazines.

• Websites and blogs.

A: "I saw an article online saying that eating ice cream every day makes you super smart."

B: "That sounds like fake news! You should always check the source before believing it."

What advice does B give A?

• Eat more ice cream to get smarter.

• Share the article with friends immediately.

• Verify the information by checking the source.

• Write their own news article.

A: "This news report on social media claims that a new park will be built next month, but I can't find it anywhere else."

B: "It might be unreliable. Official news usually appears on multiple reputable platforms."

What is B suggesting about the social media report?

• It is a reliable source of information.

• It might be fake or unconfirmed.

• It is the first place to find new information.

• It is about a real-world scenario.

A: "How can I tell if a news article is fake?"

B: "Look for sensational headlines, check the author, and see if other credible news outlets are reporting the same story."

What methods does B suggest to identify fake news?

• Reading only the headlines.

• Ignoring the author's credentials.

• Cross-referencing with reliable sources and checking for sensationalism.

• Believing everything at first glance.

A: "My friend shared a post about a new type of animal discovered, but there were no pictures or scientific names."

B: "That's a red flag! Real scientific discoveries are usually well-documented with evidence."

What is the "red flag" in the friend's post?

• The discovery of a new animal.

• The lack of supporting evidence and details.

• The fact that it was shared by a friend.

• The mention of a 'new type' of animal.

A: "So, mass media refers to all the ways information is delivered to a large audience, right?"

B: "Exactly! Like newspapers, television, radio, and the internet."

What is the definition of mass media according to the conversation?

• Only digital platforms.

• Information shared between two people.

• Methods of delivering information to many people.

• Personal communication channels.

A: "Some people create fake news just to get clicks and make money."

B: "Yes, it's a big problem. They don't care about spreading false information."

Why do some people create fake news?

• To inform the public accurately.

• To entertain people with funny stories.

• To generate revenue and gain attention.

• To help people find reliable sources.

A: "For our science project, we need to choose a renewable energy source. Which one should we pick?"

B: "How about solar energy? We have a lot of sunlight here in Thailand."

What type of energy source are A and B discussing?

• Non-renewable energy.

• Fossil fuels.

• Energy that can be naturally replenished.

• Energy from burning coal.

A: "How do solar panels work to generate electricity?"

B: "They capture sunlight using photovoltaic cells, which then convert it directly into electrical current."

How do solar panels produce electricity?

• By burning sunlight.

• By converting sunlight into electrical current.

• By using wind power.

• By absorbing heat from the ground.