Share Mindset 2 Unit 3 News and Media Review
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What does the word media mean?
The ways we get information — TV, newspapers, the internet, etc.
What’s the difference between news and media?
News is the information or events; media is how we receive it.
Name three types of news people follow.
Sports, health, politics, entertainment, science.
What kind of news do teenagers usually read or watch?
Social media stories, celebrity news, local news, etc.
What does bias mean in the news?
When a story only shows one side or opinion.
If a story is extraordinary, how do you feel about it?
Amazed or impressed because it’s very unusual.
If something is dreadful, what kind of story is it?
Sad, terrible, or shocking news — for example, disasters.
What does bizarre mean?
Very strange or unusual.
If something is stunning, what does that mean?
It’s extremely beautiful or surprising in a good way.
What does impressive mean?
Something that makes you admire it.
Which type of news is about science or technology discoveries?
Science news.
Which adjective best fits this headline: “Boy saves neighbour’s life after flood.”
Extraordinary.
True or False: News stories always show facts, never opinions.
False — some stories include opinions or emotions.
The word anxiety often appears in health news. What does it mean?
Strong feelings of worry or fear.
“People should care more about the truth in the news.” Is this an opinion, feeling, or attitude?
Attitude
A word which means when, e.g. a newspaper shows favour towards a certain group or opinion. B___
biased
