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What is an important first step in becoming media and information literate?

  • Exploring the French origin of the word 'genre'
  • Understanding how information is communicated through various media (correct)
  • Knowing the exact year 'The medium is the message' was written
  • Learning the language and grammar of every medium

What does 'language' refer to in the context of media and information literacy?

  • The genre of the media product
  • The geographical location of the media message
  • Technical and symbolic ingredients used by media and information professionals (correct)
  • The primary spoken language of the audience

What do codes and conventions refer to in the context of media messages?

  • The subcategories of different media genres
  • The primary language used in media messages
  • The rules and elements used to construct coherent media products (correct)
  • The geographical distribution of the media messages

What does 'genre' mean in the context of media and information literacy?

<p>A class of things that can be broken down into subcategories (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'The medium is the message' according to Marshall McLuhan?

<p>The medium may affect how messages are received (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when it is said that 'Every medium has its own codes and conventions'?

<p>Every medium has its own rules and elements for constructing messages (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary genre of media creators and producers that involves stories with critical importance to community and national life?

<p>News (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of news stories focuses on conflict and has a big impact on society, such as news about politics, health, and economy?

<p>Hard news (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of movie genre usually requires stunts, explosions, and a clear hero versus villain dynamic?

<p>Action movies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which movie genre focuses on character-driven stories and events that regularly happen in everyday life?

<p>Drama (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the genre that focuses on adrenaline rides for the audience, featuring gore, scares, and creative monsters?

<p>Horror film (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of news stories includes investigative news, opinions, and stories about celebrities and sports?

<p>Soft news (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the genre focused on people coming together, falling apart, and the hurdles in between?

<p>Romance movies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of movie genre usually takes place in faraway lands or jungles and may involve swashbucklers or treasure hunts?

<p>Adventure movies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the genre that focuses on keeping the audience amused and holding their attention?

<p>Entertainment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of news includes stories that cannot affect one's life, such as news about a certain celebrity or kpop idol?

<p>Soft news (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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