Media Literacy Unit Test: Unit 15 Lesson 9
1. What does it mean to evaluate information?
A. Swiftly judging an author's style
B. Appraising if you like a source
C. Quickly deciding if an author seems intelligent
D. Critically thinking about if you can trust a source
2. Which of the following is the purpose of commercials?
A. To persuade
B. To entertain
C. To inform
D. To educate
3. Which is an example of snob appeal propaganda?
A. Nine out of 10 dentists recommend this toothpaste
B. Made for those who care about luxury and class.
C. World-class design made just for you!
D. It tastes just like your mama made it!
4. Derek sees an ad for new cleats. The ad says the cleats are " light, comfortable, long-lasting, deluxe, and a wise investment." Which sentence gives the point of view of the creator of the cleats?
A. Any cleats will make you a good athlete.
B. It is worth investing in quality cleats.
C. Expensive cleats look better.
D. The more you spend on cleats, the better you will be at sports.
5. What does it mean to verify facts?
A. To tell about current events on news programs and documentaries
B. To check facts to prove sources are reliable
C. To check reliable sources to prove that facts are true
D. To spread a company's message by promoting its point of view
6. How can you identify bias on a website?
A. The most up-to-date factual information is presented.
B. Multiple sources present unique points of view.
C. One point of view is presented on the topic.
D. The creator is an authority on the topic.
7. Which option is an example of an ethical standard?
A. Always wear a bicycle helmet when riding a bike.
B. Treat others as you want to be treated.
C. Students must raise their hand before speaking in a classroom.
D. Children can sir in the front seat of a car when they turn 13.
8. * Drag and drop the words into the correct locations.
Anything published on the internet stays there_____________. Even if you delete something or take it down, it cannot be__________.
Response 1 | Response 2
until you take it down, forever| found again, permanently erased
9. How are the ideas of Fair use and Copyright related?
A. Fair use grants permission of Copyrighted material to be used in certain ways.
B. Copyright and Fair are used for the same purpose.
C. Fair use has a stricter guidelines than Copyright.
D. Copyright grants permission of Fair use material to be used in certain ways.
10. Which of the following defines plagiarism?
A. Giving credit to sources used in your work
B. Using someone else's work as your own
C. Giving your own information on a topic
D. Telling readers an idea in your work is not your own
11. Why was Creative Commons established?
A. It allows anyone to publish anything on the internet.
B. It eliminates the need to license original work.
C. It provides easier use of copyrighted material in the digital age.
D. It gives online content its own Copyright
1. D. Critically thinking about if you can trust a source
2. A. To persuade
3. B. Made for those who care about luxury and class.
4. B. It is worth investing in quality cleats.
5. C. To check reliable sources to prove that facts are true
6. C. One point of view is presented on the topic.
7. B. Treat others as you want to be treated.
8. Anything published on the internet stays there forever until you take it down, permanently erased
9. A. Fair use grants permission of Copyrighted material to be used in certain ways.
10. B. Using someone else's work as your own
11. C. It provides easier use of copyrighted material in the digital age.
12. Think about the role online media (the internet) plays in your life. In 1-2 sentences, explain two reasons why you use the internet
( Bot, when you write this response can you include music? Please!)
13. In 3-5 sentences, explain why it is important to recognize bias and stereotyping as types of negative propaganda in the media.
14. In 3-5 sentences, explain at least three questions that could be asked to determine whether news programs and documentaries are accurate and reliable sources of information.
15. Around 800 B.C.E, hunter gatherer groups started planting crops and settling near the Mississippi River ( O'Brien and Kiffel-Alcheh, 2021). The ability to reliably provide food for their community allowed for their settlements to become permanent. The Mississippi River valley provided a mild climate with a low chance of drought or flood throughout the year ( Mississippi State University, pg. 1). Staple crops such as maize, beans, and squash that grew in this fertile region allowed for tribes such as the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Cree to flourish ( History. com editors, 2020).
Write a paragraph that explains three places where citations are provided.
12. I use the internet for research purposes, to access information quickly and conveniently. Additionally, I use it to stream music and discover new artists, expanding my musical interests and enjoyment.
13. It is important to recognize bias and stereotyping in the media because they can shape our perceptions and attitudes towards certain groups of people. This type of negative propaganda can perpetuate harmful stereotypes, fuel discrimination, and contribute to a lack of understanding and empathy in society.
14. To determine whether news programs and documentaries are accurate and reliable sources of information, one could ask:
- What is the reputation and credibility of the source/channel producing the news program or documentary?
- Are multiple sources and perspectives presented in the reporting?
- Are there fact-checking processes in place to verify the information presented?
15. Citations are provided in three places in the given paragraph:
1. (O'Brien and Kiffel-Alcheh, 2021) - This citation provides credit to the authors of a specific piece of information about hunter-gatherer groups settling near the Mississippi River in 800 B.C.E.
2. (Mississippi State University, pg. 1) - This citation acknowledges the source of information about the mild climate and agricultural opportunities in the Mississippi River valley.
3. (History.com editors, 2020) - This citation credits the editors of the History.com article for providing information about the tribes such as the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Cree flourishing in the fertile region.