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WorksheetsPSA's and Commercials
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 1hrs 11mins
What is the primary purpose of a Public Service Announcement (PSA)?
To promote commercial products
To bring awareness and suggest action
To campaign for policy change
To entertain the audience
Which of the following is an example of a PSA cause?
Selling a car
Promoting a new movie
Increasing literacy
Advertising a new smartphone
What is the first step in creating a PSA?
Choosing the media type
Brainstorming ideas
Writing the script
Creating graphics
Why is it important to identify a target audience for a PSA?
To avoid using graphics
To reduce production costs
To ensure the PSA is effective for a specific group
To make the PSA appeal to everyone
Which media option is NOT mentioned as a way to create a PSA?
Radio
Television
Social Media
What is a key characteristic of a PSA slogan?
It should be lengthy and detailed
It should be original and age-appropriate
It should use complex vocabulary
It should focus on humor
What type of research is considered appropriate for a PSA?
Peer-reviewed articles and government documents
Personal experiences
Unverified online blogs
Fictional stories
What is the recommended length for most PSAs?
3 minutes
10 minutes
30 seconds to 1 minute
5 minutes
What should be avoided when selecting graphics for a PSA?
Blurry or unclear graphics
Graphics related to the PSA’s message
Cited graphics
Audience-appropriate visuals
What is a key element of a PSA script for radio?
It should exceed 5 minutes
It should have extensive visuals
It should be one paragraph long
It should include actor directions
What's the message?
Help prevent forest fires
Neighbors are our friends
What's the message?
Together we can fight crime.
Wearing a mask helps keep everyone safe.
What is the message?
The kids are proud their dad works their.
Be careful, somebodies family could get hurt.
What is the message?
Bikes are dangerous
Know which lane you belong in
True or False: PSAs are only used for serious topics
True
False
PSAs should be (a) in delivering their message to the audience
Why is it important to consider your potential audience when creating a PSA or Petition
The audience provides you with ideas to help create a PSA slogan
The audience votes on whether they like the PSA or Petition more
the audience helps determine what content you put into your petition or PSA
the audience does not matter when you create a petition or PSA
Who is typically behind PSAs?
Corporations and businesses
Government agencies and non-profit organizations
Law firms and hospitals
Plants and animals
Which cereal claims to be "Magically Delicious!"?
Frosted Flakes
Lucky Charms
Fruity Pebbles
Trix
20.
Answer the questions below after watching the video
What was the name of the boy who tricked him into giving up his Doritos?
Johnny
Jimmy
Jeffrey
Joey
Match the following logo to their correct brand name.
McDonalds
Shell
Play Station
Mercedes-Benz
State Farm
Red Robin
Vonage
Nationwide
___________is a catch-phrase often found in commercials such as “Where’s the beef?”
jingle
endorsement
slogan
product placement
When someone does an interview about a product or service.________________
jingle
PSA
slogan
testimonial
When a celebrity or other notable person supports a product in the commercial or ad campaign_____________.
jingle
endorsement
slogan
product placement
These are like commercials, but often the organization that paid for it isn’t selling something_____________.
jingle
PSA
target demographic
commercial
The "It's gotta be the shoes." commercial from Nike is a good example of...
jingle
endorsement
slogan
an endorsement and a slogan
28.
Answer the questions below after watching the video
What is the main safety message conveyed by the video?
Always drive with passengers.
Avoid driving on rural roads.
Don't text and drive.
Ensure your car is well-maintained.
Select all of the ways the media
play an important role in setting the public agenda.
focus public attention on selected issues
offer a forum in which opposing viewpoints are communicated
hold government officials accountable to the public
pass laws to support public needs
30.
Answer the questions below after watching the video
What is the main message conveyed by the phrases "For some, the waiting never ended" and "But we can change that"?
Dogs are very patient animals
It's important to always return home to your pets
Unsafe driving can lead to permanent separation from loved ones
People should adopt more pets from shelters
