Author Question: Anna, a sociologist, is of the opinion that media constitute an independent institutional force in ... (Read 14 times)

cabate · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

Anna, a sociologist, is of the opinion that media constitute an independent institutional force in society with its own agenda. She is most likely to agree with the notion that the ________.

a. media can choose not to broadcast any images rather than giving a one-sided portrayal
b. media are always exploited by politicians and terrorists in pursuit of their goals
c. media portrays true facts about an event and not those that are considered marketable
d. media can be thought of as contested territory that is battled over by various groups

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true of ethnocentrism?

a. It can be beneficial by promoting group cohesion.
b. It leads to the belief that all people are honest and reputable.
c. It seldom opens the door to hostility and violence.
d. It refers to an inability to achieve sought-after goals.