This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Cbse > Class 7 > Civics > Understanding Media > Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media – Quiz 12 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 12 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is/are the way/ways to protest publically A) A) Starting a signature campaign. B) B) Organising a public protest. C) Both a) and b). D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Both a) and b). 2. What was a key impact of investigative journalism in the early 1900s? A) It shifted public attention to entertainment news. B) It exposed corruption and industrial abuses, leading to reforms. C) It reduced voter turnout by emphasizing negative stories. D) It promoted partisan political agendas. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It exposed corruption and industrial abuses, leading to reforms. 3. What does mass media include? A) Official government communications. B) Personal blogs and diaries. C) Television, radio, newspapers, and the Internet. D) Books and magazines only. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Television, radio, newspapers, and the Internet. 4. When referring to Intertextuality, what is audience pleasure? A) Excitement and discovery when reference is recognised. B) Allows deeper understanding of the text. C) Conveying ideas about the same topic in different ways. D) Clear link to other media. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Excitement and discovery when reference is recognised. 5. What is local media A) Media run by state groups intended to cover local issues of people in local areas. B) Media run by international groups intended to cover local issues of people in local areas. C) Media run by national groups intended to cover local issues of people in local areas. D) Media run by local groups intended to cover local issues of people in local areas. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Media run by local groups intended to cover local issues of people in local areas. 6. What are the two types of defamation recognized under Indian law? A) Libel and Slander. B) Slander and Innuendo. C) Defamation and Malpractice. D) Libel and False Light. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Libel and Slander. 7. What are some of the programs typically shown on TV, according to the text? A) Soap operas. B) Educational programs. C) Cooking shows. D) Travel documentaries. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Soap operas. 8. How do social media platforms affect the way we receive news? A) Social media platforms only provide entertainment content. B) Social media platforms affect news reception by providing real-time updates, enabling sharing, creating echo chambers, and spreading misinformation. C) Social media has no impact on news delivery. D) News is always accurate on social media platforms. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Social media platforms affect news reception by providing real-time updates, enabling sharing, creating echo chambers, and spreading misinformation. 9. What is a technique used in political speeches that is also used in media? A) Historical analysis. B) Scientific experiments. C) Persuasion. D) Mathematical calculations. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Persuasion. 10. Newspapers and magazines are example of print media. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 11. If the lower quartile is 60 and the upper quartile is 72, what is the interquartile range? A) 12. B) 132. C) 72. D) 60. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 12. 12. How can the media keep itself updated? A) By showing various advertisements of different media channels. B) By using updated technology. C) By signing contracts with big business houses. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By using updated technology. 13. What are the reasonable restrictions on Freedom of Speech as per the Indian Constitution? A) Restrictions are only based on economic factors. B) Reasonable restrictions on Freedom of Speech in India include grounds such as sovereignty, security, public order, decency, morality, and others as specified in Article 19(2). C) Freedom of Speech cannot be restricted under any circumstances. D) Freedom of Speech is absolute with no limitations. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Reasonable restrictions on Freedom of Speech in India include grounds such as sovereignty, security, public order, decency, morality, and others as specified in Article 19(2). 14. Which of the following is an example of a video media product? A) A podcast. B) A film with moving images and sound. C) A printed newspaper. D) A radio broadcast. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A film with moving images and sound. 15. Mass media is ..... A) Means of communication. B) A platform which is used to connect and communicate with a large number of people at one time. C) A medium through which the information is communicated from one person to other. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A platform which is used to connect and communicate with a large number of people at one time. 16. In what way has the rise of social media impacted news consumption? A) It has increased the number of platforms from which people get news. B) It has made people more trusting of the news. C) It has decreased the diversity of news sources. D) It has eliminated traditional news outlets. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It has increased the number of platforms from which people get news. 17. What does bipartisan mean? A) Involving two political parties. B) Treating all rivals equally. C) Restricting access to information. D) A false spoken statement. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Involving two political parties. 18. Why is the media FAR from INDEPENDENCE A) Because they need money from big organization. B) Because it shows news only. C) Government control on the media. D) Because of the lack of entertainment. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Government control on the media. 19. Explain the role of social media in shaping public opinion. A) Social media only spreads misinformation without any positive effects. B) Social media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion by enabling rapid information sharing, creating echo chambers, and amplifying engaging content. C) Social media has no impact on public opinion. D) Social media is primarily used for personal communication and has little influence on public discourse. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Social media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion by enabling rapid information sharing, creating echo chambers, and amplifying engaging content. 20. Explain the concept of median in your own words. A) The median is the mode of a set of data. B) The median is the average of all the numbers in a set of data. C) The median is the middle number in a set of data when the numbers are arranged in ascending order. D) The median is the highest number in a set of data. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The median is the middle number in a set of data when the numbers are arranged in ascending order. 21. What is the rationale behind having key media center policies and procedures? A) To create confusion among users. B) To ensure clarity in circulation, selection, challenged materials, and acceptable use. C) To limit access to media resources. D) To focus only on budgetary needs. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To ensure clarity in circulation, selection, challenged materials, and acceptable use. 22. Fill in the blank: ..... is explored through audio, colour, and typography. A) Writing. B) Impact. C) Technicality. D) Symbolism. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Impact. 23. Which legal and ethical issue is a Media Specialist expected to understand? A) How to bypass copyright laws. B) Confidentiality of records, intellectual freedom, and copyright. C) How to ignore intellectual property rights. D) How to restrict access to information. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Confidentiality of records, intellectual freedom, and copyright. 24. What is the mode of the set of numbers 5, 7, 7, 9, 12? A) 5. B) 7. C) 12. D) 9. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 7. 25. What is the main function of the ventral attention network during multitasking? A) Supporting automatic attention reorienting and being prone to distraction. B) Storing long-term memories. C) Processing language. D) Managing emotional responses. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Supporting automatic attention reorienting and being prone to distraction. 26. ..... is a report which discusses all point of view of a particular story. A) Balance report. B) Popular report. C) Full report. D) Short report. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Balance report. 27. Technology has helped to spread of news faster A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 28. Which of the following best describes an audio-visual media product? A) A product that uses only text. B) A product that is only available in print. C) A product that combines sound and moving images. D) A product that contains only music. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A product that combines sound and moving images. 29. What is the impact of media bias on public opinion? A) It makes the public more critical of the news. B) It encourages people to seek out multiple news sources. C) It has no impact on public opinion. D) It can shape or influence public opinion on various issues. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It can shape or influence public opinion on various issues. 30. What is a potential consequence of spreading fake news? A) It can lead to informed decision-making. B) It can cause confusion and misinformation among the public. C) It always results in positive outcomes. D) It has no impact on society. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It can cause confusion and misinformation among the public. 31. What are the two distinct elements interconnected with communication? A) Message and Feedback. B) Channel and Context. C) Sender and Receiver. D) Speaker and Listener. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Sender and Receiver. 32. Which genre is typically characterized by suspense, tension, and excitement? A) Thriller. B) Comedy. C) Documentary. D) Drama. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Thriller. 33. Find the median of the following ages:14, 16, 12, 18, 15, 17. A) 15.5. B) 16. C) 14. D) 18. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 15.5. 34. Which of these is not electronic media. A) T.v. B) Newspaper. C) Radio. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Newspaper. 35. What is the median of the following data set:3, 7, 9, 5, 11? A) 5. B) 9. C) 11. D) 7. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 7. 36. Which of the following is affected by television? A) Our attitudes. B) Our values. C) Our beliefs. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 37. Why is it important to evaluate sources of information? A) To make the information more entertaining. B) To avoid any form of bias in research. C) To increase the number of sources used. D) It is important to evaluate sources of information to ensure accuracy and reliability. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It is important to evaluate sources of information to ensure accuracy and reliability. 38. Which of the following is essential for a persuasive argument? A) Emotional appeal. B) Clear evidence and logical reasoning. C) Lengthy descriptions. D) Complex vocabulary. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Clear evidence and logical reasoning. 39. How can media shape public perception? A) Media influences public perception through advertising alone. B) Media has no impact on public perception whatsoever. C) Media shapes public perception by only reporting facts without bias. D) Media shapes public perception through framing, agenda-setting, and highlighting specific narratives. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Media shapes public perception through framing, agenda-setting, and highlighting specific narratives. 40. Which of the following is an example of media literacy? A) Believing all advertisements. B) Analyzing a news article for bias and accuracy. C) Ignoring all media content. D) Memorizing TV show scripts. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Analyzing a news article for bias and accuracy. 41. The print media offers a variety of information to suit the tastes of different audiences. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 42. ASSERTION AND REASON:Assertion (A):Television is an example of electronic media.Reason (R):Electronic media includes any form of communication that uses electrical or digital technology. A) Both A and R are true, and R explains A. B) Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A. C) A is true, but R is false. D) A is false, but R is true. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Both A and R are true, and R explains A. 43. How has the internet changed the way we consume media? A) The internet has eliminated all traditional media formats. B) The internet has reduced the amount of available content. C) The internet has transformed media consumption by providing on-demand access, enabling diverse platforms, and allowing user-generated content. D) The internet has made media consumption more expensive. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The internet has transformed media consumption by providing on-demand access, enabling diverse platforms, and allowing user-generated content. 44. Which purpose is most likely the focus of a media product that aims to change people's opinions or behaviours? A) Educate. B) Entertain. C) Inform. D) Influence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Influence. 45. ..... insulted Shivaji when he came to accept Mughal A) Aurangzeb. B) BABUR. C) SHAHJAHAN. D) AKBAR. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Aurangzeb. 46. What is the main purpose of media regulation? A) To increase the number of television channels. B) To control or guide media content by governments and other bodies. C) To make all media content free. D) To promote only local content. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To control or guide media content by governments and other bodies. 47. What is one-sided news? A) A newspaper which is printed only on one side. B) An unbiased report. C) Any kind of report. D) A biased report. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A biased report. 48. The word media includes which of the following? A) Internet. B) Newspapers. C) Television. D) Radio. E) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: E) All of the above. 49. What does branding involve in the context of food marketing? A) Providing free samples. B) Sponsoring events. C) Offering discounts. D) A recognizable mark or logo. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A recognizable mark or logo. 50. What is the role of content production competence in effective media usage? A) Shares. B) Tags. C) Likes. D) Follows. E) Comments. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Likes. 51. Which social media platform do you use the most? A) LinkedIn. B) Facebook. C) Snapchat. D) Tiktok. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Tiktok. 52. Erika believes that print media like newspapers and books are useless today because everything may already found on the Internet. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 53. An independent media is important in a democracy. True or False A) False. B) True. C) I don't know. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) True. 54. WHIXH OF THESE IS NOT A TECHNIQUE TO CONSERVE WATER A) BAWRIS. B) RAINWATER HARVESTING. C) DRIP-IRRIGATION. D) EVAPORATION. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) EVAPORATION. 55. Refer to the use of language style and textual layout (headlines, captions, speech bubbles, language style, etc.) A) Written Codes. B) Media Language. C) Symbolic Codes. D) Technical Codes. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Written Codes. 56. Isa helps her local barangay in their campaign against COVID-19 by designing posters of local emergency hotlines and fast facts about the novel coronavirus. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 57. What is the role of a source in media? A) To provide entertainment. B) To supply information or content. C) To listen to the audience. D) To advertise products. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To supply information or content. 58. What language was the actor ready to speak in his next interview? A) German. B) Spanish. C) Italian. D) French. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Spanish. 59. It is also know as new media. A) Digital Media. B) Broadcast Media. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Digital Media. 60. What is the median of these scores:88, 92, 76, 85, 90? A) 90. B) 85. C) 88. D) 76. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 88. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesCivics QuizzesClass 7 QuizzesClass 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 1Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 2Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 3Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 4Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 5Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 6Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 7Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 8 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books