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Sociology of Television

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Which theory suggests that television shapes our understanding of the world and our place in it?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Agenda-Setting Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultivation Theory posits that long-term exposure to television content can influence our beliefs, values, and attitudes.

What is the primary function of television according to the Uses and Gratifications Theory?

  1. To inform

  2. To entertain

  3. To persuade

  4. To educate


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Uses and Gratifications Theory suggests that people use television primarily for entertainment purposes.

Which theory emphasizes the role of television in shaping public opinion?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Agenda-Setting Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agenda-Setting Theory proposes that television influences public opinion by determining which issues the public thinks about and how they think about them.

What is the term for the tendency of television news to focus on negative and sensational events?

  1. News Bias

  2. Agenda-Setting

  3. Cultivation Effect

  4. Negative Framing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Negative Framing refers to the tendency of television news to present events in a negative light, which can influence public perception.

Which theory suggests that television can influence children's behavior and attitudes?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Agenda-Setting Theory


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Social Learning Theory posits that children learn behaviors and attitudes by observing others, including characters on television shows.

What is the term for the process by which television shapes our perceptions of social reality?

  1. Socialization

  2. Cultivation

  3. Framing

  4. Agenda-Setting


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cultivation refers to the process by which television shapes our perceptions of social reality, including our beliefs, values, and attitudes.

Which theory suggests that television can influence political attitudes and behaviors?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Agenda-Setting Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agenda-Setting Theory suggests that television can influence political attitudes and behaviors by determining which issues the public thinks about and how they think about them.

What is the term for the tendency of television news to focus on a limited number of stories, often at the expense of more important issues?

  1. News Bias

  2. Agenda-Setting

  3. Cultivation Effect

  4. Narrowcasting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Narrowcasting refers to the tendency of television news to focus on a limited number of stories, often at the expense of more important issues.

Which theory suggests that television can influence our perceptions of gender roles and relationships?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Gender Role Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultivation Theory suggests that television can influence our perceptions of gender roles and relationships by presenting stereotypical portrayals of men and women.

What is the term for the tendency of television news to focus on stories that are visually appealing or emotionally charged?

  1. News Bias

  2. Agenda-Setting

  3. Cultivation Effect

  4. Sensationalism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sensationalism refers to the tendency of television news to focus on stories that are visually appealing or emotionally charged, often at the expense of more important issues.

Which theory suggests that television can influence our perceptions of race and ethnicity?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Racial Framing Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Racial Framing Theory suggests that television can influence our perceptions of race and ethnicity by presenting stereotypical portrayals of different racial and ethnic groups.

What is the term for the tendency of television news to focus on stories that are relevant to the interests of the audience?

  1. News Bias

  2. Agenda-Setting

  3. Cultivation Effect

  4. Relevance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Relevance refers to the tendency of television news to focus on stories that are relevant to the interests of the audience, often at the expense of more important issues.

Which theory suggests that television can influence our perceptions of violence and crime?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Mean World Syndrome


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mean World Syndrome suggests that long-term exposure to violent television content can lead to the belief that the world is a more dangerous place than it actually is.

What is the term for the tendency of television news to focus on stories that are negative or conflict-driven?

  1. News Bias

  2. Agenda-Setting

  3. Cultivation Effect

  4. Negativity Bias


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Negativity Bias refers to the tendency of television news to focus on stories that are negative or conflict-driven, often at the expense of more positive stories.

Which theory suggests that television can influence our perceptions of health and well-being?

  1. Cultivation Theory

  2. Uses and Gratifications Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Health Communication Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Health Communication Theory suggests that television can influence our perceptions of health and well-being by presenting information about health risks, behaviors, and treatments.

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