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Which of the following is NOT considered print media?
Which of the following is NOT considered print media?
What is the term for secretly passing on information?
What is the term for secretly passing on information?
What is the term for government censorship of material before it is published?
What is the term for government censorship of material before it is published?
What is the role of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)?
What is the role of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)?
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What is the term for publishing false information that harms someone's reputation?
What is the term for publishing false information that harms someone's reputation?
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Flashcards
Print media
Print media
Physical publications such as newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and books.
Electronic media
Electronic media
Forms of media that operate through electronic devices, including radio, television, and the internet.
Libel
Libel
The act of publishing false information that damages someone's reputation.
Watchdog role of media
Watchdog role of media
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Prior restraint
Prior restraint
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Study Notes
Print Media
- Includes newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and books.
Electronic Media
- Consists of radio, television, and the internet.
Public Agenda
- Aims to ensure public input in national decision-making discussions.
Leak
- Refers to the secret transmission of information.
Inside Information
- Confidential information obtained through leaks.
Watchdog Role of Media
- Involves exposing government mismanagement or corruption.
Prior Restraint
- Government control of publication before it occurs.
Libel
- Publication of false information harming someone's reputation.
Malice
- Deliberate intent to harm.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
- Regulates TV and radio broadcasts.
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Description
This quiz covers essential concepts in media studies, focusing on both print and electronic media, including their roles, regulations, and challenges. Test your knowledge on terms such as public agenda, leaks, and the watchdog role of the media.
