The History of Advertising

What is the primary purpose of most advertisements according to the passage?

• To promote a category of product

• To advertise a specific brand

• To provide general information about products

• To showcase industrial advancements

When did branding become common according to the passage?

• In the 1850s

• In the late 1800s

• During the industrial revolution

• In the early 1900s

What was the primary characteristic of early advertisements called 'tombstones'?

• They were visually appealing

• They contained detailed product information

• They were simple and contained few words

• They were created by advertising agencies

Which advertising medium became prominent in the 1990s?

• Television

• Radio

• Internet

• Magazines

What factor influences the cost of advertising in media?

• The type of product being advertised

• The popularity of the advertising agency

• The number of people who will see the advertisement

• The creativity of the advertisement