Question 1

The media and communications technology casually deliver sexism into our lives.

Accepted Answer

The media and communications technology have been known to perpetuate and normalize sexist attitudes and behaviors, often without even realizing it. This can include on-screen representation, language used in advertising, and harmful stereotypes about gender roles.

Question 2

Amada Knox's murder trial found some of the coverage calling her

Accepted Answer

The coverage of Amanda Knox's murder trial referred to her as "Foxy Knoxy," which was a nickname she had used previously in her life. Option A ("Flip") and Option B ("Forward") are not commonly used to describe Amanda Knox in relation to her murder trial.

Question 3

Jodie Arias was portrayed as

Accepted Answer

The question asks for how Jodie Arias was portrayed, and both options A and B mention sexual aspects, indicating that she was portrayed in a sexual way. Therefore, the best answer is C, as it includes both options A and B. Option D is incorrect as the question specifically asks for a portrayal of Jodie Arias.

Question 4

Men are quoted as authorities more than women.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that men are quoted as authorities more than women, especially in male-dominated fields such as politics and science. This is known as the gender bias in media.

Question 5

Former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson complained she could not discuss her sexual harassment against her then boss Roger Ailes because

Accepted Answer

Carlson had signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), which legally restricted her from discussing the details of her sexual harassment case against Roger Ailes publicly.

Question 6

Peloton experienced a ______ drop in its stock value after running an advertisement of a man giving his already slim wife a Peloton Bike

Accepted Answer

Peloton's stock value dropped by 15% after the controversial advertisement was criticized for being tone-deaf and sexist, leading to negative public perception and impacting investor confidence.

Question 7

The gender pay gap in Advertising exceeds the gap in other industries.

Accepted Answer

The gender pay gap in Advertising exceeds the gap in other industries, with women earning on average 20% less than men in the industry.

Question 8

Fewer than _______ of ads feature black women

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The answer of Fewer than _______ of ads feature black...

Question 9

It seems that _____ are the primary viewers of television dramas

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Studies and ratings consistently show that women are the primary viewers of television dramas.

Question 10

Women's sports are still ____ in the media.

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The answer of Women's sports are still ____ in the...

Question 11

Advertisements feature more older men than older women.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that advertisements tend to feature more older men than older women, perpetuating ageism and gender biases in society.

Question 12

As long as men are in power, they are the group that television can poke fun at without being politically incorrect.

Accepted Answer

This statement is generally true, as men are still the dominant group in positions of power and privilege. However, it is not always the case as society and cultural norms change over time. Additionally, the statement may not hold true in all cultures and societies.

Question 13

Sportscasters tend to identify women by their

Accepted Answer

Sportscasters often identify women athletes by their first names, a practice that differs from the more formal use of last names or full names when referring to male athletes. This can reflect underlying gender biases in sports broadcasting.

Question 14

In much popular music, women are

Accepted Answer

It's important to note that this is a generalization and does not apply to all popular music. There are many artists and songs that celebrate women's empowerment and present women in a positive and respectful light. The portrayal of women in music is diverse and varies widely across different artists, genres, and cultural contexts.

Quiz 13: Gender in Media and Communications Technology