Communication Theories Overview
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Who later became the president of the Philippine Commonwealth?

  • Quezon (correct)
  • Rafael Palma
  • Sergio Osmeña
  • Kalayaan
  • What was the primary reason for the suppression of nationalistic newspapers during the period?

  • Weak public interest in journalism
  • Political apathy among the population
  • Insufficient funding for newspapers
  • American suppression of nationalistic journalism (correct)
  • Which newspaper was the most widely read during the Philippine Revolution?

  • Kalayaan
  • La Libertad
  • El Heraldo de Iloilo
  • La Independencia (correct)
  • What was a key characteristic of the newspaper La Libertad?

    <p>It attacked American abuses and resonated with the masses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurred concerning the membership of the Katipunan?

    <p>It grew from 300 members to 30,000 members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of communication in a therapeutic setting?

    <p>Purposeful and positive behavior modeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory suggests that opinion leaders have a significant influence on shaping public opinion?

    <p>Two Step Flow Communication Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the One Step Flow Communication Theory, how does media influence perceptions?

    <p>By presenting social realities as they are</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Social Learning Theory emphasize regarding behavior?

    <p>Observing and modeling behaviors demonstrated by others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a weakness often associated with the concept of development in Cultivation Theory?

    <p>It can be confused with government propaganda.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Multi Step Flow Communication Theory differ from other flow communication theories?

    <p>It includes multiple relays in communication flow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do attractive characters play in the Social Learning Theory?

    <p>They serve as powerful models for behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary characteristic of the communication flow in One Step Flow Communication Theory?

    <p>Mass communication is direct and unfiltered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Spiral of Silence Theory primarily address regarding public opinion?

    <p>How individuals alter their opinions to fit mainstream views</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory suggests that media has a significant role in shaping public perception?

    <p>Agenda Setting Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key principle of Media Dependency Theory?

    <p>Media's importance increases as dependency on it grows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines the Soviet Media/Communist Theory?

    <p>The government controls media to promote state interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Development Media Theory, what is the primary function of communication?

    <p>To facilitate societal development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory emphasizes learning through observation and imitation of behavior seen in media?

    <p>Modeling Behaviour Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant aspect of the Social Responsibility Theory?

    <p>Media should reflect a range of opinions to benefit society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of the Agenda Setting Theory's media coverage?

    <p>Heightened importance of certain issues in public discourse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first provincial radio station in the Philippines?

    <p>KZRC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Osaka Mainichi Publishing Company during the Japanese occupation?

    <p>To coordinate all information and publicity of the Japanese-sponsored government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a characteristic of the early movies produced in the Philippines around 1904?

    <p>They depicted themes of nationalism and heroism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary function of the Board of Censorship for Moving Pictures established in 1929?

    <p>To prohibit films viewed as immoral or harmful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the type of media known as 'Underground Papers' during the Japanese occupation?

    <p>Alternative media sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of performances did Vodavil include?

    <p>Stage shows with colorful themes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurred to the naming of the censorship board in 1938?

    <p>It was renamed to Board of Review for Moving Pictures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main themes of local movies produced in the Philippines during the early years of cinema?

    <p>Nationalism and Filipino heroism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of comedians who mocked Japanese invaders during their occupation?

    <p>They were incarcerated in Fort Santiago</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was movie censorship introduced in the Philippines?

    <p>1929</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the average amount of time Filipinos aged 16 to 64 spent on social media daily?

    <p>4 hours and 6 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country ranked first in social media activity among Filipinos, based on the Digital 2022 report?

    <p>Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which publication was the first daily newspaper established in the Philippines?

    <p>La Esperanza</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of 'Florante at Laura' by Francisco Balagtas?

    <p>A literary work spreading discontent with Spanish rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was the first publication for and by women?

    <p>El Hogar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which newspaper was suppressed after 38 years for allegedly inciting rebellion?

    <p>Diario de Manila</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which folk media form is primarily associated with theatrical performances in the Philippines?

    <p>Balagtasan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of the first newspaper established in the Philippines in 1811?

    <p>News from Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group primarily published and read the so-called elitist newspapers in the Philippines?

    <p>Ilustrados</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following newspapers was established in 1898 and focused on political partisanship?

    <p>The Manila Times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Communication Theories

    • Spiral of Silence Theory: Media publicizes mainstream opinions, and people adjust their views to avoid isolation.
    • Social Responsibility Theory: Media represents societal interests and the public.
    • McCombs and Shaw's Agenda-Setting Theory: Media highlights certain issues, influencing public perception of their importance.
    • Soviet Media/Communist Theory: Government controls all media and uses it to achieve communist goals.
    • Media Dependency Theory: Individuals reliant on media for needs will be influenced by media content.
    • Modeling Behaviour Theory: Media behavior is adopted if useful and reinforced, seen in therapy settings.
    • Cultivation Theory: Frequent television viewers are more likely to perceive the world as presented in media.
    • One Step Flow Communication Theory: Mass media directly communicates with audiences.
    • Two Step Flow Communication Theory: Opinion leaders, directly influenced by mass media, shape the views of the public.
    • Multi Step Flow Communication Theory: Communication flow includes multiple relays from source to audience.
    • Social Learning Theory: Media provides opportunity to learn and model behavior from attractive characters.

    The Spanish Colonial Rule (1521-1898)

    • First Newspaper: Established in 1811 called "Del Superior Govierno", edited by the Spanish Governor General.
    • La Esperanza (1846): The first daily newspaper, covering non-controversial subjects, including religion, science, and history.
    • Diario de Manila: Best edited newspaper, suppressed after 38 years for allegedly inciting Filipinos to rebel against Spain.
    • El Ilocano (1893): First regional publication.
    • El Hogar: First publication for and by women.
    • Kalayaan (1898): Advocated political reforms and served as the official organ of the Katipunan, resulting in its rapid growth.
    • La Independencia (1898): The most widely read newspaper during the revolution.
    • Other publications: La Libertad (1898) and El Heraldo de Iloilo (1898).
    • Use of Literature, Music, and Arts:
      • Cenaculo, Pastores, Pasyon, Awit, and Corrido: Folk media forms that spread discontentment and anti-Spanish sentiment.
      • Balagtas' Florante at Laura: Criticized Spanish rule through literature.
      • Balagtasan, Balitao, Duplo: Other forms of folk media.

    The American Colonial Period (1898-1946)

    • New Newspapers: The Manila Times (1898), The Bounding Billow, Official Gazette (1898), Manila Daily Bulletin (1900), Philippine Free Press (1908), and The Philippine Herald (1920).
    • Nationalistic Newspapers: Faced suppression by the American government.
    • El Nuevo Dia (The New Day): Pro-Filipino newspaper established by Sergio Osmeña, Rafael Palma, and Jaime C. de Veyra.
    • Sakdal: Attacked American abuses, gaining popularity with the masses, and eventually becoming a political party.
    • First Radio stations: Established for entertainment and owned by department stores.
    • Films:
      • Appeared in 1904, preceding broadcasting.
      • Two silent movies about Jose Rizal's life were produced in 1909.
      • Early films often depicted nationalism and Filipino heroism during the Spanish regime.
      • Movie censorship was introduced in 1929.

    Japanese Occupation (1942-1945)

    • Suppressed Publications: All publications, except those used by the Japanese, were disbanded.
    • Allowed Publications: Manila Tribune, Taliba, and La Vanguardia, published under Japanese censorship.
    • Osaka Mainichi Publishing Company: Aimed to control and coordinate information for the Japanese-sponsored government.
    • Underground Papers: Served as alternative media, providing counter-information to the public.
    • Vodavil: Stage shows offered an alternative medium, providing entertainment and social commentary. Comedians who mocked the Japanese faced imprisonment.

    General Information

    • KZRC (1929): First provincial radio station in Cebu City.
    • Board of Censorship for Moving Pictures: Introduced in 1929 to censor films deemed immoral or against government interests.
    • Philippine Social Media Usage: Filipinos spend an average of 4 hours and 6 minutes daily on social media, ranking 3rd globally.
    • SMS Usage: 37% of Filipinos reported sending SMS messages regularly.

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    This quiz explores key communication theories that shape our understanding of media influence on society. Dive into concepts like the Spiral of Silence, Social Responsibility, and Agenda-Setting theories, among others. Test your knowledge on how different theories explain the dynamics between media and public perception.

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