Media's Role in Shaping Public Opinion and Political Influence Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of social media?

Increasing the impact of political polls
Influencing political polls
Accelerating the sharing of information 24/7 (correct)
Shaping public opinion

How does social media positively affect interaction with politicians?

Spreading rumors about politicians
Increasing poll results reported daily
Providing virtual events for interaction (correct)
Influencing the voter’s choice

What is the role of media in shaping public opinion?

Acting as a watchdog (correct)
Providing timely coverage of economic news
Empowering citizens with skills
Advertising job opportunities

How has social media influenced politics?

Spreading poll results and rumors (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what way does social media offer opportunities for citizens?

Empowering citizens with skills (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can media outlets contribute to economic stability?

Advertising job opportunities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'blended learning' refer to?

Learning via electronic and online media along with traditional face-to-face teaching (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is an online course defined?

A course conducted over the internet (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does MOOC stand for?

Massive Open Online Course (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of MOOCs?

Time limits (D) Signup and view all the answers

How are smart watches described?

Worn as a wristwatch and performing functions beyond telling time (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is raised as an issue regarding fitness trackers?

Concerns about accuracy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is Oculus in the context of wearable technology?

A high-end VR Headset (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a concern raised about VR technology?

Potential for total disconnect from the physical world (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of 3D, what does the term 'three dimensional' refer to?

Objects with width, height, and depth (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a paperless society?

The shift from letters to e-mails and other electronic forms of communication (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of freedom that refers to freedom from any physical restraint?

Physical Freedom (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who emphasizes the Free Individual choice regardless of the power of people to influence and coerce our desires, beliefs and decisions?

Jean Paul Sartre (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to St. Thomas of Aquinas, what is the concept that refers to using freedom in a manner that upholds human dignity and goodness?

Prudence (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who considers human being as a moral agent seeking universal goodness and reflects on possible courses of action in making decisions or doing actions?

St. Thomas of Aquinas (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios manifests prudence towards the environment?

Going to school by walking or bicycling instead of commuting when your house is just a few meters from your school (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which friend is giving the most prudent and frugal advice regarding the old smartphone?

Jane suggested that you can still use your old phone and save your money for more important purchases later on. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following contributes to environmental disorder?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about environmental caring is true?

Statement 1: Environmental caring is self-caring. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is environmental philosophy?

It is the worldview where human beings have to take care of their surroundings for the good of humankind, other living organisms, and the world as a whole. (A) Signup and view all the answers