Question 1

What is the significance of the Telecommunications Act of 1996?​

Accepted Answer

The Telecommunications Act of 1996 deregulated media ownership, allowing large media companies to own multiple outlets in multiple formats. This led to consolidation and increased concentration of media ownership, with a few major companies dominating the industry.

Question 2

Which amendment protects the freedom of the press?​

Accepted Answer

The First Amendment specifically protects the freedom of the press along with other important freedoms like freedom of speech and religion.

Question 3

When did television become more prevalent in American households?​

Accepted Answer

Television became more prevalent in American households during the 1950s, often referred to as the Golden Age of Television. This was when TV ownership increased from less than 10% of households to around 90% by the end of the decade.

Question 4

Which Supreme Court case established the precedent that the government could not censor a publication in advance, even if that same publication later might be punishable by law?

Accepted Answer

Near v. Minnesota established the precedent that the government could not censor a publication in advance, even if that same publication later might be punishable by law.

Question 5

Which election was the first to have its results broadcast by radio?​

Accepted Answer

The election of 1920 was the first to have its results broadcast by radio.

Question 6

Who participated in the first televised debate?​

Accepted Answer

The first televised debate was held on September 26, 1960, between John F. Kennedy and Richard M. Nixon during the United States presidential election.

Question 7

It is predicted that by 2015, Americans will spend, on average,​

Accepted Answer

This prediction is based on the trend of increasing media consumption and the rise of digital media. With the proliferation of smartphones, tablets, and other digital devices, people are constantly connected and consuming media throughout the day. Additionally, the availability of streaming services and social media platforms further contribute to the increase in media consumption. While 20 hours per day with media may seem excessive, it is unlikely given the need for sleep and other daily activities. Therefore, choice C) 15 hours per day with media is the most reasonable prediction.

Question 8

What branch of the federal bureaucracy is charged with executing regulatory authority of the government in the area of media and communications?​

Accepted Answer

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is responsible for executing regulatory authority of the government in the area of media and communications. The FBI is responsible for domestic law enforcement and intelligence, the NSA is responsible for signals intelligence and information assurance, and the SEC is responsible for regulating the securities industry.

Question 9

Why did Congress create the Equal Time Rule?​

Accepted Answer

The Equal Time Rule was created to provide the public with balanced information and news coverage of all candidates during elections. It ensures that broadcast stations provide political candidates with equal opportunities to appear on the air.

Question 10

What has been the effect of the Internet on twenty-first century newspapers?​

Accepted Answer

The internet has had a major impact on traditional newspapers in the twenty-first century. While some newspapers have shut down, others have moved to a purely digital format in order to stay relevant and reach a wider audience. The rise of online news has also forced newspapers to adapt their content to be more focused on local news and analysis rather than simply reporting on national and international events.

Question 11

Which of the following is not true regarding constitutional protection of the press, as established by the Supreme Court?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court has generally opposed prior restraint on the basis of national security, making statement C false. The Court has held that limiting the press's ability to publish information before it is released could only be justified in the most extreme cases where national security is at issue, such as during times of war.

Question 12

Debates concerning publication of the Pentagon Papers related to issues regarding

Accepted Answer

The Pentagon Papers were a set of classified documents that revealed the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War. The publication of the Pentagon Papers was a major event in the history of journalism, and it raised important questions about the public's right to know and the government's ability to suppress information.

Question 13

By the time the first political debate aired, televisions were in​

Accepted Answer

By the time the first political debate aired, televisions were in 80% of American homes.

Question 14

​Most newspapers in the nineteenth century reported

Accepted Answer

In the nineteenth century, newspapers primarily focused on local news rather than national issues. This was due to the limitations in communication technologies of the time, which made it difficult to gather and report on national and international news quickly. Local news was more accessible and relevant to the daily lives of the readers.

Question 15

The Cable News Network broadcasts news for​

Accepted Answer

The Cable News Network, or CNN, is a 24-hour news channel, meaning it broadcasts news constantly throughout the day and night.

Question 16

​The first American newspaper was founded in Boston in

Accepted Answer

The first American newspaper, Publick Occurrences Both Forreign and Domestick, was founded in Boston in 1690.

Question 17

Which of the following does not fall under the category of "info-tainment"?

Accepted Answer

Info-tainment refers to media content that combines information and entertainment, often in a sensationalized or accessible way. Televised talk shows, The Huffington Post, and blogs can all fall under the category of info-tainment as they provide both informative and entertaining content. The Washington Post, however, is a more traditional news source that focuses primarily on providing objective and factual information, without necessarily prioritizing entertainment value.

Question 18

What was a byproduct of the rise of cable television and its nonstop political news cycle?​

Accepted Answer

The rise of cable television and its nonstop political news cycle contributed to the shrinking readership for newspapers as more people turned to television for immediate news updates.

Question 19

The Cable News Network became the first 24-hour news coverage station on television in the

Accepted Answer

The Cable News Network (CNN) was launched in 1980 and became the first 24-hour news coverage station on television. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

Question 20

The finding in New York Times Co. v. Sullivan gives the press​ the freedom

Accepted Answer

The finding in New York Times Co. v. Sullivan gives the press the freedom to report facts without being sued, but does not give newspapers the right to print false statements with malicious intent. This landmark case established the actual malice standard for defamation laws, stating that public figures must prove that the publisher made the false statements with actual malice or a reckless disregard for the truth. This ruling expanded the freedom of the press by protecting them from frivolous lawsuits aimed at suppressing their reporting.

Quiz 11: Media

What is the significance of the Telecommunications Act of 1996?

Which amendment protects the freedom of the press?

When did television become more prevalent in American households?

Which Supreme Court case established the precedent that the government could not censor a publication in advance, even if that same publication later might be punishable by law?

Which election was the first to have its results broadcast by radio?

Who participated in the first televised debate?

It is predicted that by 2015, Americans will spend, on average,

What branch of the federal bureaucracy is charged with executing regulatory authority of the government in the area of media and communications?

Why did Congress create the Equal Time Rule?

What has been the effect of the Internet on twenty-first century newspapers?

Which of the following is not true regarding constitutional protection of the press, as established by the Supreme Court?

Debates concerning publication of the Pentagon Papers related to issues regarding

By the time the first political debate aired, televisions were in

Most newspapers in the nineteenth century reported

The Cable News Network broadcasts news for

The first American newspaper was founded in Boston in

Which of the following does not fall under the category of "info-tainment"?

What was a byproduct of the rise of cable television and its nonstop political news cycle?

The Cable News Network became the first 24-hour news coverage station on television in the

The finding in New York Times Co. v. Sullivan gives the press the freedom

Quiz 11: Media

What is the significance of the Telecommunications Act of 1996?​

Which amendment protects the freedom of the press?​

When did television become more prevalent in American households?​

Which Supreme Court case established the precedent that the government could not censor a publication in advance, even if that same publication later might be punishable by law?​

Which election was the first to have its results broadcast by radio?​

Who participated in the first televised debate?​

It is predicted that by 2015, Americans will spend, on average,​

What branch of the federal bureaucracy is charged with executing regulatory authority of the government in the area of media and communications?​

Why did Congress create the Equal Time Rule?​

What has been the effect of the Internet on twenty-first century newspapers?​

Which of the following is not true regarding constitutional protection of the press, as established by the Supreme Court?​

Debates concerning publication of the Pentagon Papers related to issues regarding

By the time the first political debate aired, televisions were in​

​Most newspapers in the nineteenth century reported

The Cable News Network broadcasts news for​

​The first American newspaper was founded in Boston in

Which of the following does not fall under the category of "info-tainment"?​

What was a byproduct of the rise of cable television and its nonstop political news cycle?​

The Cable News Network became the first 24-hour news coverage station on television in the

The finding in New York Times Co. v. Sullivan gives the press​ the freedom

What is the significance of the Telecommunications Act of 1996?

Which amendment protects the freedom of the press?

When did television become more prevalent in American households?

Which Supreme Court case established the precedent that the government could not censor a publication in advance, even if that same publication later might be punishable by law?

Which election was the first to have its results broadcast by radio?

Who participated in the first televised debate?

It is predicted that by 2015, Americans will spend, on average,

What branch of the federal bureaucracy is charged with executing regulatory authority of the government in the area of media and communications?

Why did Congress create the Equal Time Rule?

What has been the effect of the Internet on twenty-first century newspapers?

Which of the following is not true regarding constitutional protection of the press, as established by the Supreme Court?

By the time the first political debate aired, televisions were in

Most newspapers in the nineteenth century reported

The Cable News Network broadcasts news for

The first American newspaper was founded in Boston in

Which of the following does not fall under the category of "info-tainment"?

What was a byproduct of the rise of cable television and its nonstop political news cycle?

The finding in New York Times Co. v. Sullivan gives the press the freedom