Media and Information Literacy Quarter 1

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What role of journalism involves informing citizens about current events?

Opinion Function

Information Function

Watchdog Role

Monitoring Function (correct)

Which technology is NOT mentioned in the text as part of advancing microelectronics?

Tablets

Wearable technology

Televisions (correct)

Smartphones

Which social network was introduced in the year 2002?

Multiply

Friendster (correct)

Twitter

Facebook

What is the purpose of the Opinion Function in journalism?

Facilitate public discourse Signup and view all the answers

Which company introduced the Internet Explorer web browser in 1995?

Microsoft Signup and view all the answers

What type of technology is Skype known for?

Video chat Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the module on Evolution of Media?

Identifying traditional and new media Signup and view all the answers

Why was communication in the past described as difficult and complicated?

Due to the lack of technological devices Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key activities suggested for understanding the evolution of media?

Picture Analysis Signup and view all the answers

What was used as a writing surface in ancient times for documents written on its sheets?

Scrolls Signup and view all the answers

How did the development of technology impact people's work efficiency?

It made work more efficient and effective Signup and view all the answers

What is one aspect that the module aims to compare and contrast?

Indigenous media with modern media practices Signup and view all the answers

Which invention was characterized by applying pressure to an inked surface resting upon a print medium?

Printing press Signup and view all the answers

What technological advancement played a significant role in paving the way for faster communication and social networking in the 1900s-2000s?

The Internet Signup and view all the answers

Why do people use cellphones, television, or radios to stay updated on current issues?

To keep themselves updated with what's happening around Signup and view all the answers

Which device was NOT one of the examples provided for the Information Age from the 1900s-2000s?

Telephone Signup and view all the answers

In what region was the use of Codex noted in ancient times?

Mayan region Signup and view all the answers

What type of document was the London Gazette, dating back to 1640?

Newspaper Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main features of cave paintings?

They were found on cave walls or ceilings Signup and view all the answers

Which material was used for writing in cuneiform?

Stone Signup and view all the answers

What is hieroglyphic script mainly associated with?

Ancient Egypt Signup and view all the answers

How was papyrus primarily used in ancient times?

For writing purposes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following metals was NOT used for forging tools before the 1700s?

Silver Signup and view all the answers

How long was cuneiform used as a means of communication?

Over 3,000 years Signup and view all the answers

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