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Media Literacy and Communication Quiz

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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?

A class of things that can be broken down into subcategories Signup and view all the answers

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

The medium may affect how messages are received Signup and view all the answers

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

Every medium has its own rules and elements for constructing messages 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?

News 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?

Hard news Signup and view all the answers

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

Action movies Signup and view all the answers

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

Drama Signup and view all the answers

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

Horror film Signup and view all the answers

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

Soft news Signup and view all the answers

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

Romance movies 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?

Adventure movies Signup and view all the answers

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

Entertainment 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?