12 Questions
What is the primary purpose of an advertisement?
To promote or sell a product or a service
What is a characteristic of print media?
It is a cheap and widely used source of information
What is one advantage of the Internet mentioned in the passage?
It is a fast way of communicating
What is a news report?
A short account of the news
Why is social media not an ideal source of information?
Because it is not reliable
What is a potential health risk associated with using the Internet?
Eye strain from looking at screens for a long time
What is the advantage of print media over other forms of media?
It allows exposure of information to a large number of people
What is the purpose of the activity mentioned in the passage where students listen to a news report on the television and radio?
To compare the differences between television, radio, and newspapers
What is a characteristic of mass media?
It is intended to reach a large audience
What is a limitation of Internet services mentioned in the passage?
They are expensive
What is the goal of the activity where students come up with their own ideas for a school newspaper?
To come up with two to three articles for a school newspaper
What is the recommended duration for the activity where students come up with their own ideas for a school newspaper?
A month
Study Notes
Advantages of the Internet
- The Internet is an extremely fast way of communicating.
- It provides access to a vast amount of information on any subject worldwide.
- A huge amount of content is available on the Internet.
Disadvantages of the Internet
- Prolonged screen time is not healthy.
- Listening to electronic media at high volumes through earphones can affect hearing.
- Internet services can be expensive and inaccessible to many people.
Environmental Conservation
- Keep your city clean.
- Do not waste water.
- Save electricity.
- Do not cut trees.
Media and Communication
- Mass media refers to technology intended to reach a large audience.
- Examples of mass media include television, radio, the Internet, newspapers, and billboards.
- Television, radio, the Internet, and newspapers are communication tools that can quickly convey information to a large audience.
News Report
- A news report is a short account of the news.
- It can be a story in a newspaper, or on radio or television, about something.
- It can be a written or spoken description of an event, happening, or incident.
Advertisement
- An advertisement is an audio or visual form of communication used to promote or sell a product or a service.
Drawbacks of Social Media
- Social media is not a reliable source of information.
- It can be used for negative purposes, such as spreading fake news or maligning a person's reputation.
Advantages of Print Media
- Print media is the cheapest and most widely used source of information.
- It allows exposure of information to a large number of people.
- A person can read a newspaper or magazine, and view an advertisement when desired.
- Print media carries advertisements that reach targeted customers easily.
- Newspapers discuss issues of national importance through editorials.
- Students can improve their language and knowledge through newspapers and journals.
- News in print media is covered with greater seriousness.
Test your knowledge of mass media and its role in communication. Learn about different types of media, including newspapers, television, and the internet, and how they are used to convey information to a large audience. Assess your understanding of news reports and advertisements.
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