Origins of Communication: Week 1 Quiz

<p>A large company that operates in multiple countries. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creating economic dependency on TNCs for jobs and investments. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They specialize in global control of cultural content and distribution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By controlling global film, television, and social media industries. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They largely originate from the U.S. or Europe. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Equal access to all internet data (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enforcement of IP laws conflicting with access to information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Currency exchange and trade barriers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By leading to misunderstandings and stereotyping (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perpetuation of discrimination and exploitation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethical concerns related to privacy and human rights (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It enhances global cooperation and understanding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sidelining of local traditions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Developing countries rely on TNCs for media content and infrastructure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It leads to the loss of cultural diversity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>By controlling profits while offering cheap labor and raw materials (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They hold more power than some governments and influence policies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They control the media produced, shaping global culture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They benefit from globalization by expanding without borders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Boundary between traditional and modern media is being blurred. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It creates new ethical, social, and psychological challenges. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Misunderstanding and prejudice towards other cultures. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Human agency plays a significant role in how technology impacts culture. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provides platforms for marginalized voices. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It reflects a one-way cultural exchange model. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Platforms like Netflix and YouTube (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It facilitates diplomatic efforts and promotes peace. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The International Monetary Fund (IMF) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved access to global communication technologies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The exchange of media content from developing to developed countries. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enhanced protection of local cultures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rupert Murdoch's media conglomerate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maintaining identity amidst foreign media influence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It fosters understanding and cooperation among nations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To address sexual harassment and create global awareness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perceptions of identities and stereotypes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Race, gender, religion, and nationality (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They often lack fair representation and are portrayed negatively (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using digital platforms to address social issues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To shape and interpret narratives (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It creates a mix of resistance and adaptation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A dominant group's ability to maintain power by shaping cultural norms, ideas, and values.

The idea that culture, even art and media, becomes a commodity in capitalist systems, with powerful entities promoting passive behavior and maintaining existing power structures.

An ideal space where citizens can debate freely and form opinions without interference from government or businesses.

The reality that business interests and political lobbying often influence the Public Sphere, making it less of a space for genuine open debate.

A large company that operates in multiple countries, owning or controlling production, trade, or services beyond its home country.

A type of TNC specializing in media, entertainment, and communication, controlling the production and distribution of cultural content globally.

TNMCs often originate from the US or Europe, spreading Western culture and values across the globe.

TNCs can lead to economic dependency in developing countries, where local economies rely on them for jobs and investments.

Large companies that operate in multiple countries.

Large media companies that operate globally.

The idea that Western culture dominates other cultures through media, advertising, and entertainment.

When developing nations rely heavily on developed nations for resources, technology, and media.

The idea that Western lifestyles and values become widely adopted, leading to a decrease in cultural diversity.

TNCs can exploit cheap labor and resources in developing countries while keeping most of the profits.

TNMCs control the flow of information and entertainment, shaping global opinions and values.

TNCs and TNMCs can have more power than some governments, influencing policies and decisions.

Unequal access to internet and digital technologies, primarily affecting developing countries due to lack of infrastructure and affordability.

Advocating for equal access to all online content, ensuring no internet service provider can prioritize certain data over others.

Protecting intellectual property rights across national borders. Creates tension when enforcement conflicts with access to knowledge.

Political conflicts often lead to communication blockages and propaganda, influencing the flow of information and international relations.

Currency fluctuations, tariffs, and trade barriers create challenges for international business communication, making transactions more expensive.

Differences in business practices, regulations, and legal frameworks across countries can impact the ease of conducting international business and effective communication.

Limited infrastructure and connectivity in certain regions hinder effective communication between countries, especially in rural areas.

Limited access to financial resources in certain regions prevents businesses from expanding and engaging in international communication and trade.

Cultural differences and stereotypes can lead to misunderstandings and hinder effective communication, especially in multicultural settings.

Economic, political, or social power imbalances can lead to inequities in communication, perpetuating discrimination and exploitation.

Ethical concerns about privacy, intellectual property, and human rights create tensions in international communication due to varying ethical standards.

Communication between countries, including diplomacy, trade, and humanitarian aid, leading to mutual understanding and respect.

Organizations like the UN, WHO, and ICC that promote global dialogue and cooperation, using international communication as a tool.

Exchanges like language programs, media initiatives, and cultural events that help understand different cultures.

Using communication to resolve conflicts and disputes, promoting peace through dialogue and mediation.

Private companies take control of telecommunications systems, reducing government control.

The spread of information, ideas, and cultures through media like TV and internet, impacting media landscapes globally.

Stronger countries influencing media in other countries, shaping their media landscapes and cultural views.

Media content from developing countries being shared with audiences in developed countries, like Bollywood films gaining global recognition.

The flow of media, money, technology, and people across borders in uneven patterns.

The idea that technology drives societal and cultural changes.

The belief that European culture is superior to others.

Viewing the world from your own culture's perspective, often judging others as inferior.

Cultural identities that blend elements of tradition and modernity.

The idea that media imperialism is no longer the sole model, and multiple cultural influences are flowing across borders.

The potential for media saturation to overwhelm and homogenize cultures.

The challenges of constant exposure to media, leading to ethical, social, and psychological issues.

Using social media platforms to mobilize people and raise awareness about issues such as gender equality, sexual harassment, and inequality.

The idea that identities like race, gender, religion, and nationality often overlap, influencing media representation and public discourse.

The tendency for media to favor privileged groups like white men, often underrepresenting or portraying marginalizes groups negatively.

The study of how media shapes our understanding of culture, society, and power dynamics.

A movement that uses digital platforms to address issues like domestic violence, sexual assault, and inequality, promoting equality across gender, race, class, and sexuality.

Digital platforms have become central to storytelling, allowing for sharing ideas, opinions, and data. Journalists and media professionals play a key role in interpreting and shaping these narratives.

Globalization connects the world through trade, technology, and media, leading to both cultural exchange and tension. This often results in hybrid cultures where tradition and modernity coexist.

Media representation influences how individuals and groups are perceived. People must examine how media reflects their identities and whether it reinforces stereotypes or 'otherness.'