April 13 Review

Question 1

The media decides what is shown on the news and what isn't.

Accepted Answer

Gatekeeper

Question 2

What is one potential NEGATIVE about social media?

Accepted Answer

Information hasn't been reviewed

Question 3

A source that is not trying to push a certain view or opinion.

Accepted Answer

Impartiality

Question 4

What is one potential POSITIVE about social media?

Accepted Answer

It is easy to access

Question 5

A source or publisher that is clear in their intentions for publishing.

Accepted Answer

Transparency

Question 6

TRUE OR FALSE: News stories are often focused on mundane, bland topics.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

Media is what?

Accepted Answer

A business, Biased, Entertainment

Question 8

A source with correct information.

Accepted Answer

Accuracy

Question 9

On a scale of 1-4, how well do you understand media's place in politics?

Accepted Answer

1, 3, 4, 2

Question 10

A source that is dependable.

Accepted Answer

Trustworthiness

Question 11

Roughly how long is a sound bite?

Accepted Answer

15 seconds

Question 12

The media decides to focus on corruption in business or government.

Accepted Answer

Watchdog

Questions 12