Media's Role in Society and Democracy

The video discusses the role of mass media in daily life, its historical evolution, and its importance in democracy. It highlights how media influences public opinion and scrutinizes political actions. The necessity of free and independent media for a functioning democracy is emphasized, along with the risks of censorship in dictatorships. The media's role in creating a shared understanding of society through information, analysis, and public discourse is also explored.

What is the primary way Lina's family consumes news?

• By reading books

• By attending public events

• Through social media

• Via mass media like newspapers and radio

Before the advent of mass media, how was information typically shared?

• Through printed flyers

• Via the internet

• Directly from person to person

• Through mass broadcasts

What is one of the key roles of journalists in a democracy?

• To promote government propaganda

• To create advertisements

• To entertain the public

• To scrutinize politicians and their actions

Why is it important for media to be free and independent?

• To make sure they can charge high subscription fees

• To allow them to scrutinize politicians without interference

• To ensure they can report only positive news

• To enable them to focus on entertainment

What is a common issue faced by media in countries with dictatorships?

• They are ignored by the public

• They receive excessive funding

• They are often censored by the government

• They have too much freedom

What risk do journalists face in dictatorships if they violate censorship rules?

• They might receive awards

• They might be given more freedom

• They could be promoted

• They risk imprisonment or shutdown of their media outlet

Besides reporting facts, what else do media contribute to society?

• They provide opinions and analyses

• They only focus on entertainment

• They only report on local news

• They avoid discussing important issues

How does media help in creating a shared understanding of society?

• By focusing solely on entertainment

• By providing diverse opinions and analyses

• By reporting only on sports

• By ignoring societal issues

What is the result when a large section of society consumes the same media?

• A focus on trivial matters

• A lack of understanding

• A shared understanding of societal issues

• Increased confusion

What duty does the media have in society?

• To focus only on celebrity news

• To spread information and contribute to public discourse

• To entertain without informing

• To spread misinformation