Mass Communications Quiz - NIOS Grade 12

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What is a primary focus of mass communications?

  • Promoting one-on-one marketing techniques
  • Encouraging face-to-face communication skills
  • Facilitating interpersonal relationships between individuals
  • Disseminating information to a large audience (correct)

Which medium is predominantly associated with traditional mass communication?

  • Television and radio (correct)
  • Mobile messaging apps
  • Blogs and personal websites
  • Social media platforms

What role does audience feedback play in the context of mass communication?

  • It only influences printed media and not digital formats.
  • It provides insights for improving content and delivery. (correct)
  • It is rarely sought after by mass communicators.
  • It is the primary objective of all mass communication efforts.

How does globalization affect mass communication practices?

<p>It fosters cultural homogenization and a universal media landscape. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a challenge faced by mass communication in the digital age?

<p>Saturation of information leading to misinformation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is the main goal of mass communication?

Delivering information to a large group of people.

What are the traditional media associated with mass communication?

Traditional mass communication often relies on television and radio to reach a wide audience.

How does audience feedback benefit mass communication?

Feedback from the audience helps improve the content and delivery of information, making it more relevant and engaging.

How does globalization impact mass communication?

Globalization influences mass communication by creating a global media landscape and influencing cultural trends.

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What challenge does the digital age present to mass communication?

The digital age presents a challenge to mass communication because the sheer volume of available information makes it difficult to discern reliable sources and can lead to misinformation.

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Study Notes

Primary Focus of Mass Communications

  • Aims to inform, educate, or entertain large audiences simultaneously.
  • Emphasizes dissemination of information and cultural messages on a wide scale.

Predominant Medium of Traditional Mass Communication

  • Traditionally associated with print media, including newspapers and magazines.
  • Also includes broadcasting formats like radio and television.

Role of Audience Feedback in Mass Communication

  • Audience feedback serves as a vital component that influences content creation.
  • Helps media producers gauge audience preferences and reactions, enabling adaptations to future communications.

Impact of Globalization on Mass Communication Practices

  • Promotes the convergence of media systems and the sharing of cultural content across borders.
  • Facilitates access to global information, enhancing cross-cultural exchanges but also leading to local culture dilution.

Challenges Faced by Mass Communication in the Digital Age

  • Information overload due to the vast amount of content available online.
  • Difficulty in discerning credible sources amidst widespread misinformation and fake news.

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