BThe ways information reaches people, like TV, newspapers, radio, and websites
CA game you play on a computer
DA type of building in a city
Media is the term for all the ways information reaches people. This includes television, newspapers, radio, websites, social media, books, and magazines. Media is how you find out what is happening in your community and around the world.
Question 2 True / False
Everything you see on the internet is true.
TTrue
FFalse
Answer: False
Not everything on the internet is true. Anyone can post information online, and sometimes that information is wrong, incomplete, or even made up on purpose. That is why it is important to check where information comes from and whether the source is trustworthy.
Question 3 Short Answer
Why is it important to get news from more than one source?
Think about your answer, then reveal below.
Model answer: Getting news from more than one source helps you get a more complete and accurate picture of what happened. Different sources might include different details or viewpoints. If multiple trustworthy sources report the same thing, you can be more confident it is true.
A good answer explains that no single source tells the whole story and that checking multiple sources helps you find accurate information. This is a basic media literacy skill.
Question 4 Multiple Choice
Which of these is an example of media?
AA bicycle
BA newspaper
CA sandwich
DA pet dog
A newspaper is an example of media — it is a way of sharing information and news with people. Bicycles, sandwiches, and dogs are not media because they are not tools for spreading information.
Question 5 True / False
News only covers bad things that happen.
TTrue
FFalse
Answer: False
News covers all kinds of events — not just bad ones. News can include stories about a community celebration, a new park opening, a sports victory, a scientific discovery, or someone doing something kind. Good news exists alongside the challenging stories.