This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Cbse > Class 7 > Civics > Understanding Media > Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media – Quiz 7 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 7 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Who was the inventor of mechanical television? A) John Michael. B) Gutenberg. C) Galileo. D) John L Baird. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) John L Baird. 2. What is the role of print media in society? A) To provide entertainment only. B) To inform, educate, and sometimes entertain. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To inform, educate, and sometimes entertain. 3. The Ahom state depended upon forced labours called A) Pax. B) Wages labours. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Pax. 4. How can bias by use of language manifest in a news article? A) By using neutral language. B) By using technical jargon. C) By using emotionally charged words. D) By using direct quotes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) By using emotionally charged words. 5. How does the format of a media type affect its message? A) The format determines the length of the message. B) The format only affects the technical aspects of delivery. C) The format of a media type affects its message by influencing perception, engagement, and interpretation. D) The format of a media type has no impact on its message. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The format of a media type affects its message by influencing perception, engagement, and interpretation. 6. Why is it important to recognize the difference between subjective and objective statements in the media? A) To better understand the bias and perspective of the information. B) To learn how to create media. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To better understand the bias and perspective of the information. 7. What are the various types of media ownership? A) Digital and online ownership. B) Chain, Cross Media, Conglomerate and Vertical Integration. C) Freelance and independent ownership. D) Corporate and commercial ownership. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Chain, Cross Media, Conglomerate and Vertical Integration. 8. Discuss the importance of critical thinking when consuming media. A) Critical thinking complicates the media consumption process. B) Critical thinking is unnecessary for understanding media. C) Critical thinking is important when consuming media to analyze information, identify biases, and avoid misinformation. D) Media should always be accepted at face value. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Critical thinking is important when consuming media to analyze information, identify biases, and avoid misinformation. 9. A company wants to advertise their products in a small area. Which media would be best for them to use to advertise in small area? A) Putting up hoardings everywhere. B) Passing on pamphlets to the people in that area. C) Giving an advertisement in the whole of India. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Passing on pamphlets to the people in that area. 10. What is the implied central idea about the role of pop culture in society? A) Pop culture is a temporary trend. B) Pop culture is only relevant to younger generations. C) Pop culture has a significant influence on society. D) Pop culture is more important than local news. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Pop culture has a significant influence on society. 11. Which of the following claims is supported by evidence? A) "Studies show that dogs can reduce stress levels in humans.". B) "Dogs are the best pets because they are cute.". C) "Dogs are better than cats.". D) "Everyone should own a dog.". Show Answer Correct Answer: A) "Studies show that dogs can reduce stress levels in humans.". 12. Snapchat, Instagram and Twitter are forms of ..... A) Print Media. B) Mass-Media. C) Multimedia. D) Social Media. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Social Media. 13. Media is derived from the word A) Modem. B) Medium. C) Internet. D) I didn't study ws either. E) Umm I am not sure. Will read the tb next time. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Medium. 14. How can you improve your media literacy skills? A) By avoiding all media. B) By questioning the credibility of sources and seeking diverse perspectives. C) By only reading headlines. D) By believing everything you see on TV. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By questioning the credibility of sources and seeking diverse perspectives. 15. What are the elements of libel? A) Imputation of discreditable act. B) Publication or communication. C) Malice. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 16. Explain the relationship between media and information. A) Media has no impact on how information is perceived. B) Media is the channel for disseminating information, while information is the content communicated through these channels. C) Information is only found in books. D) Media is the same as information. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Media is the channel for disseminating information, while information is the content communicated through these channels. 17. Sometimes media acts as a Watchdog A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 18. Which of the following is a type of mass media? A) National television. B) A diary. C) A personal letter. D) A local community bulletin board. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) National television. 19. What does PEGI stand for? A) Pan European Game Information. B) People's Entertainment Group Initiative. C) Public Entertainment Guidance Institute. D) Professional Editors Guild International. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Pan European Game Information. 20. He coined the term "global village" in 1964. A) Marshall McCLuhan. B) Marshall McLuhan. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Marshall McLuhan. 21. Why is freedom of the press important? A) It limits public access to information. B) It helps hold leaders and institutions accountable. C) It ensures government control over media. D) It promotes government propaganda. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It helps hold leaders and institutions accountable. 22. What are some common types of media? A) Flyers. B) Billboards. C) Television, radio, newspapers, magazines, websites, social media platforms, podcasts, and films. D) Posters. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Television, radio, newspapers, magazines, websites, social media platforms, podcasts, and films. 23. Can you think of an issue that is not featured in the media but is important in our lives? A) Traffic congestion. B) Quality of education. C) Fashion trends. D) Sports events. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Quality of education. 24. What is media literacy not considered to be? A) A media production. B) A coalition of concerned individuals. C) An anti-media movement. D) A media education. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) An anti-media movement. 25. Who can have biases that affect media content? A) Both reporters and media owners. B) Only advertisers. C) Only politicians. D) Only reporters. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Both reporters and media owners. 26. Deanne uses YouTube crash courses to complement her learnings in school. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 27. What is the primary function of a counterargument in a debate? A) To confuse the audience. B) To provide an alternative perspective and challenge the main argument. C) To summarize the main argument. D) To entertain the audience. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To provide an alternative perspective and challenge the main argument. 28. A friend sent me a video of a scandal from Facebook. Curious as to who the people in the video were, I also sent it to several of my friends. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 29. How can social media impact public opinion? A) Social media impacts public opinion by facilitating the rapid spread of information, shaping perceptions, and mobilizing communities. B) Social media is primarily used for entertainment purposes. C) Social media only spreads misinformation. D) Social media has no effect on public opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Social media impacts public opinion by facilitating the rapid spread of information, shaping perceptions, and mobilizing communities. 30. What is a major advantage of the Internet as a news source? A) It is completely unbiased. B) It relies on print media. C) It can update very quickly. D) It updates very slowly. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It can update very quickly. 31. What does the actor suggest to others struggling with too much press? A) Start a podcast. B) Hire a new manager. C) Take a vacation. D) Get clean from press. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Get clean from press. 32. 4) The media which is in written form (hard copy) is called ..... A) Electronic media. B) Colorful media. C) Digital media. D) Print media. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Print media. 33. How does the media use words and images to attract attention in the segment about flying taxis? A) By using technical jargon and complex diagrams. B) By emphasizing the futuristic and sci-fi aspects of the technology. C) By focusing on the cost and economic benefits. D) By highlighting the environmental impact. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By emphasizing the futuristic and sci-fi aspects of the technology. 34. Which of the following would NOT be considered a media product? A) Video. B) Animation. C) Audio. D) Sculpture. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sculpture. 35. What is viral content? A) Content that is only shared by a few people. B) Media that is always serious and informative. C) Content that is created for offline distribution. D) Viral content is media that spreads quickly and widely online, often due to its engaging nature. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Viral content is media that spreads quickly and widely online, often due to its engaging nature. 36. What is a key component of writing an argument? A) Using complex vocabulary. B) Including personal anecdotes. C) Providing clear reasons and evidence. D) Writing in a poetic style. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Providing clear reasons and evidence. 37. What is an objective statement? A) A statement based on personal feelings or opinions. B) A statement based on facts that can be proven. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A statement based on facts that can be proven. 38. A magazine article about the benefits of exercise is most likely trying to: A) Entertain you with exercise jokes. B) Persuade you to start exercising. C) Confuse you with exercise jargon. D) Inform you about the history of exercise. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Persuade you to start exercising. 39. Are these codes symbolic, technical or written?Setting, mise en scene, acting, colour A) Symbolic. B) Technical. C) Written. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Symbolic. 40. Which of the following is considered print media? A) Radio. B) Newspaper. C) Television. D) Website. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Newspaper. 41. Why do millions of Americans join interest groups? A) To attend political meetings. B) To run for political office. C) Because of strength in numbers. D) For social networking. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Because of strength in numbers. 42. What is the difference between news and opinion pieces? A) News pieces are factual reports, while opinion pieces reflect personal views. B) News pieces are longer than opinion pieces. C) Opinion pieces provide detailed statistics, while news pieces do not. D) News pieces are always biased, while opinion pieces are neutral. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) News pieces are factual reports, while opinion pieces reflect personal views. 43. Which of the following is a cost of relying on only one source of information? A) You get a balanced view of the topic. B) You save time by not reading other sources. C) You become an expert on the topic. D) You might miss important details or perspectives. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) You might miss important details or perspectives. 44. What does it mean to analyze media? A) To analyze media means to only focus on its visual elements. B) To analyze media means to create new content. C) To analyze media means to ignore its context. D) To analyze media means to critically evaluate its content, context, and effects. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To analyze media means to critically evaluate its content, context, and effects. 45. What is the meaning of the word censorship? A) When somebody prevents a news-report or a film from coming out in public. B) When news companies prevent business houses from making certain things. C) It is a ship which is run by 'Censor Shipping Line'. D) When news is censored. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) When somebody prevents a news-report or a film from coming out in public. 46. Identify an examples of a closed text A) Recipe. B) Poem. C) Abstract art. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Recipe. 47. What is a common tactic used by some content creators to make opinions appear credible? A) All of the above. B) Mixing opinions with facts. C) Using scientific data. D) Citing numerous sources. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Mixing opinions with facts. 48. When a large number of people come together and openly state their opposition to some issue it is known as A) Jam. B) Public Protest. C) Media. D) Signature Campaign. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Public Protest. 49. Media is no longer considered as independent because of its close link to ..... A) Advertisement. B) Depending. C) Internet. D) Business. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Business. 50. Name one tribe in North West A) Nagas. B) Ahoms. C) Khokhar. D) Balochis. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Balochis. 51. How is gender represented in media? A) Gender is only represented through biological differences. B) Media has no impact on societal views of gender. C) All media portrayals of gender are positive and empowering. D) Through stereotypes, roles, and evolving portrayals that reflect and shape societal norms. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Through stereotypes, roles, and evolving portrayals that reflect and shape societal norms. 52. Who encodes texts? A) Producers. B) Audience. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Producers. 53. Why do you think media plays an important role in a democracy? A) It informs us about the functioning of the government. B) It keeps us entertained. C) Based on this information, we take the necessary action. D) Both (a) and (c). Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Both (a) and (c). 54. Describe a scenario where media literacy could prevent misinformation. A) By enabling individuals to verify claims through credible sources. B) Media literacy promotes the spread of unverified information. C) Media literacy has no impact on how people perceive news. D) Media literacy encourages people to ignore all news sources. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) By enabling individuals to verify claims through credible sources. 55. Interpret the range of the data set:25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 A) 40. B) 25. C) 35. D) 30. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 25. 56. When a large number of people come together and openly state their opposition to some issue is known as ..... A) Social Advertising. B) Broadcast. C) Local Media. D) Public Protest. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Public Protest. 57. Worst censorship in India A) 1976-1998. B) 1975-1997. C) 2020-2021. D) 200-2007. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 1975-1997. 58. Which of the following is a sign that a news story might be fake? A) It is published by a well-known news organization. B) It has multiple credible sources. C) It provides balanced viewpoints. D) It uses sensational or exaggerated headlines. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It uses sensational or exaggerated headlines. 59. Why is it important to recognize the target audience of a media message? A) To tailor the message for effective communication and engagement. B) To make the message more complex and difficult to understand. C) To increase the production costs of the media message. D) To ensure the message is delivered at the right time of day. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To tailor the message for effective communication and engagement. 60. An urban settlement is called: A) (A) Compact. B) (B) Scattered. C) (C) Unmettled. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) (A) Compact. ← 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 8Class 7 Civics Chapter 6 Understanding Media Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books