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Theories of Media Processing and Effects
Multiple Choice Quiz
Choose the best answer:
1
A strong effects paradigm is consistent with a stimulus-response model in psychology.
A)
True
B)
False
2
Media Systems Dependency Theory examines both microscopic and macroscopic media dependency processes.
A)
True
B)
False
3
Media Systems Dependency Theory proposes that dependency on the media will decrease during times of change within society.
A)
True
B)
False
4
According to Excitation Transfer Theory, arousal from the media will only be transferred to a situation involving a similar emotion.
A)
True
B)
False
5
The "Hypodermic Needle" model proposes that mass media have __________ effects.
A)
Strong
B)
Moderate
C)
Limited
D)
No
6
Which of the following is not a gratification sought and obtained from the media, according to Uses and Gratifications Theory?
A)
Information
B)
Social interaction
C)
Satisfaction
D)
Entertainment
7
A dependency relationship is one in which the satisfaction of needs or the attainment of goals by one party is contingent upon:
A)
The resources of another party
B)
The probability of achieving those goals
C)
The strength of the needs
D)
The historical and situational context
8
Bethany experiences increasing sadness while she watches a news story about a mother whose children have been kidnapped. Though she can't imagine what it would be like to experience such pain, she feels extremely sorry for the mother. Bethany is experiencing:
A)
Affective dimensions of empathy
B)
Cognitive dimensions of empathy
C)
Both affective and cognitive dimensions of empathy
D)
Neither affective nor cognitive dimensions of empathy
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