Pierce College » Psychology » Psychology 66 - Introduction to Critical Thinking » Summer 2020

Question #1

The gestalt principle implies that messages that cannot be perceived by the conscious mind are registered unconsciously.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #2

The Fairness Doctrine for news media is still enforced.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #3

Which of the following is NOT an example from the text of how camera angles can be used to create suggestion in viewers minds?

A. An angle in which viewers are looking at the speaker's notes can make the speaker seem intellectual.

B. A side angle may make a speaker seem distant or insincere.

C. An angle in which viewers are looking up to a speaker tends to create credibility.

D. An angle in which viewers look down on the speaker may create the illusion that the speaker is insignificant.

Question #4

Having editorial bias is considered illegal in print media.

A. FALSE

B. C and D above.

C. TRUE

Question #5

Sensationalism is used by the media in order to

A. Educate viewers as to the increasing violence in our culture.

B. Excite and attract viewers.

C. Lead viewers away from the issue.

D. Create subliminal messages.