Popular Culture and Media Overview
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What can be said about the relationship between popular culture and technology?

  • They are inextricable and evolve alongside each other. (correct)
  • They are unrelated and develop independently.
  • Technology primarily influences classical forms of art.
  • Popular culture evolves separately from technological advancements.

    • What is considered to be the first comic strip in circulation in the Philippines?

  • Kilabot ng Aking Puso
  • Panday Pira
  • Diding and Maria
  • Kenkoy (correct)

    • What role did Ramon Roces play in the publication of Kenkoy?

  • He created a competitor comic strip to Kenkoy.
  • He discontinued the publication of Kenkoy in 1928.
  • He was the primary cartoonist responsible for Kenkoy.
  • He was the publisher who requested a replacement for the senior cartoonist. (correct)

    • What distinguishes printed media from other forms of information dissemination?

    <p>It consists of tangible materials that can be held in hand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the patent for movable type printing?

    <p>Johannes Gutenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following filmmakers is NOT mentioned as notable in the content?

    <p>Blue Sky Studios</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What genre has NOT been explicitly mentioned as popular in contemporary movies and TV shows?

    <p>Science Fiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurred in Philippine television broadcasting in 1987?

    <p>Revocation of exclusive cable TV licenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the earliest mention of cable television establishment in the content?

    <p>1969</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which source of inspiration for early film scripts is NOT listed in the content?

    <p>Television Series</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological advancement first commercialized in the late 1970s utilized VHS format?

    <p>Sony Betamax tape recorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did the ABS-CBN Broadcasting Network officially form?

    <p>1956</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity's action in 1969 hampered the growth of early cable television in the Philippines?

    <p>President Marcos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which film is noted as the first Filipino film to win an international award in 1937?

    <p>Zamboanga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'documentary' refer to in the context provided?

    <p>A nonfiction film depicting real-life circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following notable documentary makers is mentioned in the content?

    <p>David Attenborough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major change occurred in the production of animated films?

    <p>Animations are now created digitally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Hispanic music in the Philippines, as described in the content?

    <p>It is based on narratives connected to cultural activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which animated film is mentioned as having been positively reviewed by Frank Capra?

    <p>Genghis Khan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a storyboard as mentioned in the content?

    <p>A set of drawings depicting key story parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following films was a hit at both the Venice Film Festival and in Paris?

    <p>Genghis Khan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym 'FOMO' stand for?

    <p>Fear of missing out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to browsing through someone else's Facebook pictures?

    <p>facestalking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of spelling style adopted by rap artists?

    <p>I got enough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'shelfie'?

    <p>A picture of objects arranged on a shelf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do friendship definitions differ between Facebook and real life?

    <p>Facebook friendship can be hazy and distinct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What common feature is shared by pop language and rap in terms of spelling?

    <p>Both often involve defiance of spelling norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to Facebook chat?

    <p>fbc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary assertion made by rap artists regarding their spelling style?

    <p>It showcases uniqueness and independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant factor in the video-game business almost failing in the mid-1980s?

    <p>Technological advancements by Japanese firms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is known for producing award-winning educational children's shows such as 'Batibot'?

    <p>Philippine Children's Television Foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major change in media consumption does the emergence of Netflix represent?

    <p>The replacement of video recorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following genres is NOT mentioned as a part of the current video game landscape?

    <p>Role-playing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key programming did Netflix add to enhance its library?

    <p>Netflix Originals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of program is 'Hiraya Manawari' known for?

    <p>Values-oriented lessons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which video game was mentioned as an iconic title produced by Nintendo?

    <p>Donkey Kong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technological advancement has NOT been made in video games since their inception?

    <p>Return to simple pixelated graphics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of textspeak?

    <p>It involves abbreviations and shorthand for efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'twabstinence'?

    <p>Taking a break from Twitter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What purpose does textspeak serve in social media?

    <p>To enhance understanding among users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used for the quick tweeting style described as 'ztwitt'?

    <p>Fast tweeting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is syllabic substitution defined in the context of textspeak?

    <p>Changing one syllable to develop a new form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is false regarding the nature of textspeak?

    <p>It is only found in informal contexts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the use of textspeak in professional settings?

    <p>It helps improve communication efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When considering the features of textspeak, what is a result of careful reduction of words and phrases?

    <p>Clarity only for a select group of users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Popular culture evolves due to the power of the working class and technology. Technology and popular culture develop concurrently.
    • Printed media (books, magazines, newspapers, comics) are a successful way to disseminate popular culture icons.
    • Information absorption comes before comprehension in terms of how audiences engage with culture.
    • Philippine Magazine (1905) was the first national magazine.
    • Kenkoy, a 1920s Filipino comic strip, was one of the earliest.
    • The rise of comics in the Philippines led to familiar names in the industry.
    • Radio influences listeners via the words used in broadcasts.
    • Technological innovations like the telegraph (1837) paved the way for modern electronic communications.
    • Early radio stations like KZKZ, KZRM, and KZEG emerged in the 1920s in the Philippines.
    • Radio dramas and commentaries were widely popular.
    • Podcasts, a combination of iPod and broadcast, are a growing media format.

    Audiovisual Media

    • Films are categorized as narrative, documentary, and animated (cartoons).
    • Early photographic technology evolved into film.
    • Narrative films depict fiction or actual events.
    • Documentary films are non-fiction, showcasing real-life experiences.
    • The three stages of film production are preproduction (writing the screenplay), production (filming), and postproduction (editing).

    Music

    • Pop music's societal impact was due to recording and broadcasting technologies.
    • Thomas Edison (1877) created the first phonograph.
    • Emile Berliner (1851-1929) invented the gramophone.
    • Major pop music genres include adult contemporary, classical, jazz, and blues, opera, rap and hip-hop, rhythm and blues, funk, soul, and rock.

    Indie Music

    • Independent music often gains success online, eventually transitioning to the mainstream.
    • Indie artists have a cult-like following and distinctive styles.
    • Genres like Britpop and Riot Grrrl are examples of independent music development.

    Traditional and Hispanic-Type Music

    • Pre-Hispanic Philippine music is often tied to isolated regions and languages of the country.
    • Spanish culture in the Philippines is associated with specific musical genres.
    • Examples of genres include "folk" music and "Mediterranean-style tunes."

    Video Games

    • Origins of video games trace back to arcade games in the 1920s.
    • Development of video games shifted towards consoles like the Nintendo.
    • Pong launched the video game business in the US.

    Advertising and Branding

    • Advertising's goal is to increase product or service sales, sometimes with social or political messages.
    • Early advertising methods include outdoor signs and signs in ancient cities.
    • Brands now rely on more diversified means of advertisement (online, social media).
    • Slang and trends evolve rapidly as a manifestation of popular culture.
    • Popular languages frequently appear in media (print, radio, television) and develop.
    • Philippine languages are influenced by different languages and cultures.
    • Examples of new languages include terms related to social media (aka textspeak) or swardspeak.
    • Slang has evolved greatly in the digital age, evident in abbreviations, acronyms, and slang unique to social media platforms.
    • Language frequently evolves to reflect trends, needs, and innovations in communication and pop culture.

    Video Culture

    • Online streaming platforms (like Netflix) have replaced traditional video rental services.
    • Growth in "Netflix Originals" content.
    • Online platforms have merged TV and film.
    • Viewers now watch content at their own pace.

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