Representation – Gender, ethnicity, age
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Representation – Gender, ethnicity, age
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Representation – Gender, ethnicity, age
Media Studies
Instructions: Read each question carefully and select or write the answer that you believe is correct. For multiple choice questions, circle the letter of the correct option. For short answer questions, write your response in the space provided. For true/false questions, indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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Multiple Choice Questions
Select the correct answer for each question.
1.
What is a stereotype?
AA) A widely held but oversimplified belief about a group
BB) An accurate representation of a group
CC) A type of media genre
DD) A form of advertising
2.
Which of the following is an example of gender representation in media?
AA) A woman as a nurturing mother
BB) A man as a scientist
CC) Both A and B
DD) None of the above
3.
Which term describes a diverse portrayal of characters in media?
AA) Inclusion
BB) Segregation
CC) Stereotyping
DD) Homogeneity
4.
What is one consequence of poor representation in media?
AA) Increased understanding
BB) Negative stereotypes
CC) Enhanced diversity
DD) Positive role models
5.
Which of the following best describes intersectionality?
AA) The overlap of different social identities
BB) A single identity focus
CC) A media genre
DD) A type of advertisement
6.
In media, older adults are often portrayed as:
AA) Active and adventurous
BB) Wise but frail
CC) Irrelevant
DD) Both B and C
7.
Which of the following is a benefit of diverse representation in media?
AA) It reduces audience engagement
BB) It promotes empathy and understanding
CC) It creates confusion
DD) It limits storytelling
8.
Which group has historically been underrepresented in mainstream media?
AA) White males
BB) Women
CC) People of color
DD) Both B and C
9.
What is the 'Bechdel Test' used for?
AA) To analyze film budgets
BB) To evaluate gender representation in films
CC) To assess audience ratings
DD) To categorize genres
10.
Which of the following is a characteristic of positive representation?
AA) Stereotypical roles
BB) Complex characters
CC) Limited storylines
DD) Tokenism
B
True/False Questions
Circle True or False for each statement.
1.
True or False: All stereotypes are inherently negative.
2.
True or False: Media representation has no effect on real-world attitudes.
3.
True or False: Gender representation only pertains to women.
C
Short Answer Questions
Answer each question in the space provided.
1.
Explain why representation matters in media.
2.
Provide an example of a media character who breaks gender stereotypes.
3.
Discuss how media can influence societal views on race.
4.
What role does age representation play in media?
5.
How can media creators ensure better representation of diverse groups?
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