This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Cbse > Class 7 > Civics > Understanding Media > Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media – Quiz 4 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 4 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is the primary benefit of using a bar graph in data analysis? A) It shows comparisons between different categories. B) It lists data in a chronological order. C) It offers a detailed explanation. D) It provides a narrative description. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It shows comparisons between different categories. 2. What are the potential threats of the new media? A) Misinformation and disinformation. B) Dependency or over-use. C) Hackers and viruses. D) Data mining & Commercialization of user profiles. E) Surveillance. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Misinformation and disinformation. 3. What is the main purpose of a news article? A) To confuse the reader with complex words. B) To entertain the reader with jokes. C) To inform the reader about current events. D) To persuade the reader to buy a product. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To inform the reader about current events. 4. What do lobbyists do? A) Approach government officials to influence them. B) Vote in elections. C) Run for political office. D) Organize political campaigns. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Approach government officials to influence them. 5. What is the process for filing a defamation lawsuit? A) Contact the defendant directly to resolve the issue. B) Post a public apology on social media. C) File a complaint in the appropriate court after gathering evidence and consulting an attorney. D) Submit a request to the local police department. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) File a complaint in the appropriate court after gathering evidence and consulting an attorney. 6. What is a key feature of broadcast media? A) Reaches large audiences quickly. B) Printed material. C) Personalized content. D) Used only for education. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Reaches large audiences quickly. 7. How do privacy laws vary between countries? A) All countries have the same privacy laws. B) Privacy laws are only relevant in the EU. C) Privacy laws differ in scope, enforcement, and individual rights across countries, with the EU having stricter regulations compared to the US and other regions. D) The US has the strictest privacy laws globally. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Privacy laws differ in scope, enforcement, and individual rights across countries, with the EU having stricter regulations compared to the US and other regions. 8. How does media make money? A) By threatening people. B) By not giving salary to the staff. C) By selling extra equipment. D) By advertising different products. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) By advertising different products. 9. Which of the following is a positive impact of social media on journalism? A) Limited news coverage. B) Greater audience interaction. C) Reduced content quality. D) Increased misinformation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Greater audience interaction. 10. What does it mean to meticulously fact-check an article? A) It means to write an article without any references. B) It means to thoroughly verify the accuracy and reliability of all information in the article. C) It means to ignore any conflicting information in the article. D) It means to summarize the article in a few sentences. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It means to thoroughly verify the accuracy and reliability of all information in the article. 11. Which word is used to refer to a T.V. or radio programme that is widely transmitted? A) Public protest. B) Broadcast. C) Censorship. D) Publication. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Broadcast. 12. Which media started advertising traditionally? A) Newspapers. B) TV. C) Online pop-up ads. D) Social media. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Newspapers. 13. A form of media that is consisting of paper and ink, reproduced in a printing process that is traditionally mechanical A) Print media. B) Broadcast media. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Print media. 14. How does the new information about the VX4 eVTOL relate to your views on urban transportation? A) It implies that flying taxis are not feasible. B) It suggests that urban transportation is moving towards more sustainable options. C) It indicates that urban transportation will remain unchanged. D) It confirms that traditional taxis are the best option. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It suggests that urban transportation is moving towards more sustainable options. 15. How does television influence public opinion? A) Television only entertains and does not inform. B) Television is solely responsible for political decisions. C) Television influences public opinion by shaping perceptions and highlighting specific issues. D) Television has no impact on public opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Television influences public opinion by shaping perceptions and highlighting specific issues. 16. What is a headline? A) A headline is a list of references for a research paper. B) A headline is a detailed analysis of a topic. C) A headline is a title that summarizes the main point of a written piece. D) A headline is a summary of a book's chapters. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A headline is a title that summarizes the main point of a written piece. 17. Which has brought the world closer to us? A) (a) Television. B) (b) Taperecorder. C) (c) Typewriter. D) None. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) (a) Television. 18. What is the purpose of media when it is informing? A) To create public confusion. B) To promote government agendas. C) To provide facts, statistics, and perspectives. D) To provide entertainment. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To provide facts, statistics, and perspectives. 19. Why do we see so many advertisements while watching any program? A) Because people must see what is the best thing out so that they can buy it. B) Because the advertisers pay money for the employees. C) Because broadcasters love to interrupt the show. D) Because advertisers pay bribes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Because the advertisers pay money for the employees. 20. Government control over the media is known as: A) Factdal. B) Emergency. C) Censorship. D) Independence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Censorship. 21. Which of the following is a method to verify the credibility of a news source? A) Checking the publication date and author's credentials. B) Sharing the article without reading it. C) Only reading the headline. D) Trusting all information from social media. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Checking the publication date and author's credentials. 22. Mr Shah has opens a new restaurant. He wants to advertise his restaurant. Which medias could he use? A) Phone calls. B) TV advertisement. C) Personal invitation. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) TV advertisement. 23. How does information influence the communication process? A) Information complicates the communication process. B) Information only serves to confuse the audience. C) Information has no impact on communication effectiveness. D) Information enhances clarity and effectiveness in communication. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Information enhances clarity and effectiveness in communication. 24. The media plays an important role in setting the ..... A) Democracy. B) Agenda. C) Bill. D) Tax. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Agenda. 25. What is the significance of copyright in media and information? A) Copyright is irrelevant in the digital age. B) Copyright is significant in media and information as it protects creators' rights, encourages innovation, and prevents unauthorized use of original works. C) Copyright only applies to physical media. D) Copyright laws are the same worldwide. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Copyright is significant in media and information as it protects creators' rights, encourages innovation, and prevents unauthorized use of original works. 26. What does "bias by omission" refer to in media? A) Using complex language to confuse the reader. B) Choosing only positive stories about a topic. C) Repeating the same story multiple times to emphasize its importance. D) Ignoring facts that support the opposite side of the argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Ignoring facts that support the opposite side of the argument. 27. What is media bias? A) Prejudice for or against someone or something. B) A balanced view on news events. C) Focusing solely on celebrity news. D) Reporting only positive news. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Prejudice for or against someone or something. 28. What is one positive aspect of television? A) Enabled people to waste their money. B) Enabled ourselves as members of larger global world. C) Enabled people to spend their time. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Enabled ourselves as members of larger global world. 29. How is a book different from a magazine? A) A book is longer and more comprehensive, while a magazine is shorter and more focused on current topics. B) A book contains only images, while a magazine contains only text. C) A book is published weekly, while a magazine is published annually. D) A book is always fiction, while a magazine is always non-fiction. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A book is longer and more comprehensive, while a magazine is shorter and more focused on current topics. 30. This Media Brought The World Closer. A) Radio. B) Newspapers. C) Television. D) None Of These. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Television. 31. Can you give an example of a social media channel? A) Twitter. B) Facebook. C) Instagram. D) LinkedIn. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Facebook. 32. TRUE OR FALSE:The printing press was invented in the 20th century. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 33. Name any two examples of electronic media A) Internet. B) Radio. C) Radio / TV / Internet. D) TV. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Radio / TV / Internet. 34. What is the 'watchdog' role of the media? A) To monitor government actions. B) To entertain and inform. C) To support government policies. D) To create political cartoons. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To monitor government actions. 35. Why is confidentiality important in mediation? A) Confidentiality ensures that only one party can speak during mediation. B) Confidentiality is important in mediation because it fosters open communication and trust, enabling parties to negotiate freely. C) Confidentiality is not necessary as all discussions are recorded. D) It allows mediators to take sides in the negotiation process. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Confidentiality is important in mediation because it fosters open communication and trust, enabling parties to negotiate freely. 36. Which scenario exemplifies bias in media? A) An article neutrally presenting a political candidate. B) A report emphasizing a candidate's flaws while ignoring achievements. C) A documentary about wildlife. D) A cooking show review. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A report emphasizing a candidate's flaws while ignoring achievements. 37. What role does bias play in media reporting? A) Bias enhances the accuracy of reporting. B) Bias has no effect on public perception. C) Bias can distort facts and influence public perception in media reporting. D) Bias is only present in opinion pieces. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Bias can distort facts and influence public perception in media reporting. 38. How does media gets money and why media needs money? A) Advertisements, In the news studio it is not only the newsreader who needs to be paid but also a number of other people who help put the broadcast together. * The technology that the mass media uses keep changing and so a lot of money is spent on getting the latest technology. B) Bribe. C) None of the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Advertisements, In the news studio it is not only the newsreader who needs to be paid but also a number of other people who help put the broadcast together. * The technology that the mass media uses keep changing and so a lot of money is spent on getting the latest technology. 39. What is the main idea presented in the segment about the internet's infrastructure? A) The internet is a recent technological development. B) The internet is primarily based on satellite technology. C) The internet is not reliable due to frequent cable faults. D) Undersea cables are crucial for global communication. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Undersea cables are crucial for global communication. 40. What is misinformation? A) Misinformation is false or misleading information spread without intent to deceive. B) Misinformation is information that is always true. C) Misinformation is always intended to deceive. D) Misinformation is accurate information shared by experts. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Misinformation is false or misleading information spread without intent to deceive. 41. What is a common characteristic of broadcast media? A) It does not include television or radio. B) It is only available in printed form. C) It is not used for advertising. D) It can reach a wide audience very quickly. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It can reach a wide audience very quickly. 42. Define "disinformation" . A) Information that is irrelevant. B) False information spread deliberately to deceive. C) Information that is outdated. D) True information shared with the intent to inform. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False information spread deliberately to deceive. 43. Which amendment protects the freedom of the press? A) First Amendment. B) Second Amendment. C) Third Amendment. D) Fourth Amendment. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) First Amendment. 44. What landmark judgment recognized the Right to Privacy as a fundamental right in India? A) Minerva Mills vs. Union of India (1980). B) Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) vs. Union of India (2017). C) Kesavananda Bharati vs.State of Kerala (1973). D) This is Gandhi vs.The epon of the Indian (1978). Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) vs. Union of India (2017). 45. What is public policy? A) A political party's agenda. B) A campaign strategy. C) A law passed by the government. D) A plan of action to solve a problem for the public. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A plan of action to solve a problem for the public. 46. Why is it necessary for media to be independent? A) (i) To earn salary. B) (ii) To encourage company. C) (iii) To write balanced report. D) (iv) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) (iii) To write balanced report. 47. What type of media do you think is most trustworthy? A) Social media influencers. B) Unverified online blogs. C) Established news organizations and public broadcasters. D) Tabloid newspapers. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Established news organizations and public broadcasters. 48. What is a potential negative impact of social media on news reporting? A) Spread of misinformation. B) Faster news dissemination. C) Greater audience engagement. D) Increased accuracy. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Spread of misinformation. 49. What should one do to become a critical consumer of media? A) Follow multiple news sources and analyze their content. B) Focus on celebrity news only. C) Only follow one trusted news source. D) Ignore news and media completely. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Follow multiple news sources and analyze their content. 50. What does it mean to check the author's credentials? A) It means to read the author's biography. B) It means to verify the author's qualifications and expertise in the subject matter. C) It means to analyze the author's writing style. D) It means to summarize the author's main arguments. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It means to verify the author's qualifications and expertise in the subject matter. 51. Which of the following is a characteristic of digital media? A) Static content. B) Interactive content. C) Limited reach. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Interactive content. 52. Which of the following statements confirm the relationship between media and technology? A) TV channels are a part of big business houses. B) Media should provide us a balanced report. C) Today we can be sitting in Delhi and watch a live cricket match played in Amsterdam. D) J.L. Baird invented Television. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Today we can be sitting in Delhi and watch a live cricket match played in Amsterdam. 53. How do you find the interquartile range? A) Multiply the upper quartile by the lower quartile. B) Subtract the lower quartile from the upper quartile. C) Find the average of all quartiles. D) Add the highest and lowest quartiles and divide by 2. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Subtract the lower quartile from the upper quartile. 54. How do emotional appeals in media affect audience engagement? A) Emotional appeals enhance audience engagement by evoking feelings that foster connection and response. B) Emotional appeals have no impact on audience engagement whatsoever. C) Emotional appeals only work for specific demographics, limiting overall engagement. D) Emotional appeals decrease audience engagement by creating confusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Emotional appeals enhance audience engagement by evoking feelings that foster connection and response. 55. Why is it important to understand symbolism in media? A) To enhance sports performance. B) To critically analyze the intended messages. C) To improve cooking skills. D) To learn about new technologies. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To critically analyze the intended messages. 56. What are the advantages of using podcasts as a media type? A) High production costs. B) Advantages of using podcasts include flexibility, personal connection, niche content exploration, cost-effectiveness, and global reach. C) Lack of personal engagement. D) Limited audience reach. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Advantages of using podcasts include flexibility, personal connection, niche content exploration, cost-effectiveness, and global reach. 57. 9) We are able to see entertainment channels on TV through ..... A) Only satellite. B) Only cables. C) Satellite and cables. D) Tv. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Satellite and cables. 58. Gond king had how many villages A) 7000. B) 70000. C) 700000. D) 700. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 70000. 59. Why is it important for a Media Specialist to evaluate media center staff? A) To ignore staff performance. B) To ensure staff are effectively contributing to media center goals. C) To focus only on student interactions. D) To avoid any evaluation responsibilities. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To ensure staff are effectively contributing to media center goals. 60. Which are examples of mass media? A) Television. B) Radio. C) Newspapers. D) All of these. 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