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Revision Mass Cummunication Question No: 1    (M a r k s: 1)    http://vuzs.net  Before the invention of paper, what material was used for writing purposes?        ? Root of the trees        ? Fruits of the tree        ? leaves of the trees         ? Bark of the trees     Question No: 2    (M a r k s: 1)    http://vuzs.net  Suppose a student is unable to understand the lecture just because it is being delivered in English. Identify the student’s problem.        ? Standard Meaning’s Problem        ? Static Evaluation        ? Linguistic Barrier        ? Cultural Conflict     Question No: 3    (M a r k s: 1)    http://vuzs.net  Which one is the most sensitive area in communication?        ? Message        ? Channel        ? Source        ? Receiver     Question No: 4    (M a r k s: 1)    - Please choose viz one  If a person from Pakistan has to go to live in America. What he can do to avoid communication problems with Americans there?        ? He should gather the knowledge about the social norms of that society.        ? He should gather the knowledge about the Pakistani community living there.        ? He should avoid meeting native people.        ? All of the given options      Question No: 5    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  When people from one culture have to live in another culture where normal life values are radically diverse, what it is called?        ? Enculturation        ? Cultural Shock        ? Ethnic Trauma        ? Cultural Stigma     Question No: 6    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Suppose you receive a cake from your friend. You declare it a bad cake because the almonds used in the cake are bitter, but the fact remains that its flavor, baking and crème is just fine. This deficiency of language to describe things in extreme position is called -----.        ? Labeling        ? Polarization        ? Static meanings        ? Indiscrimination     Question No: 7    (M a r k s: 1)    - Please choose vu as one  ----------- in the usage of languages provides you common nouns and suggests that people in this area are also similar in behavior.        ? Labeling        ? Polarization        ? Static meanings        ? Indiscrimination     Question No: 8    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which of the following is fixed impressions, exaggerated or preconceived ideas about particular social groups?        ? Science        ? Stereotype        ? Label        ? Stigma      Question No: 9    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which of the following is considered as the most lavishly decorated of any manuscript produced between the 7th and 9th centuries?        ? Book of Kells        ? Book of Durrow        ? Diamond Sutra        ? Book of Wells     Question No: 10    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which era refers to the beginning of Yellow Journalism?        ? 1890s        ? 1880s        ? 1870s        ? 1860s     Question No: 11    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  In the subcontinent the print media was surfaced because of the:        ? Hindus        ? Muslims        ? Foreign rulers        ? Sikhs     Question No: 12    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  The idea of the electric telegraph was born when the scientists observed that:        ? Electric charges could travel through wires over distances.        ? Electric charges produce electric current.        ? Electric charges could not travel through wires over distances.        ? Electric energy could be transformed into mechanical energy.     Question No: 13    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  For what purpose, telegraph was used during the Civil War (1861–1865)?        ? To send the messages of soldiers to their relatives.        ? To inform the media about war happenings.        ? To send peace messages to the enemy.        ? To control troop deployment and intelligence.     Question No: 14    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which of the following refers to a point to point messaging facility by spoken words?        ? Telegraph        ? Printing Press        ? Telephone        ? E-mail      Question No: 15    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Why John Walter, the publisher of The Times in London decided to assemble the new press in secrecy?        ? Because he was afraid of Royal authorities.        ? Because he was afraid that his pressmen might riot if they discovered his plans.        ? Because he was afraid that some other publisher would copy him.        ? Because he wanted to give surprise to his employees.     Question No: 16    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which of the following statement is correct about the publication of magazines?        ? Magazines may be published on weekly bases        ? Magazines may be published on monthly bases        ? Magazines may be published on bimonthly bases        ? Magazines may be published on daily bases     Question No: 17    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  The industrial revolution changed paper-making practices, allowing for paper to be made out of:        ? Rags        ? Leather        ? Cotton        ? Wood pulp     Question No: 18    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which era refers to incunabula?        ? Books produced before the work of Johann Gutenberg.        ? Books produced between the first work of Johann Gutenberg and the year 1500.        ? Books produced with the modern printing techniques.        ? Books produced with color printers.     Question No: 19    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  The breaking down of church’s control over written communication, and involving more people in the print communication led society towards:        ? Religious values        ? Rebellions        ? Social riots        ? A material world      Question No: 20    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Who among the following is credited with introducing the use of large-point headings, using white space to separate the advertisements from the text?        ? Gutenberg        ? Franklin        ? Harris        ? Christopher Hermann     Question No: 21    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which one of the following allowed relatively low-cost shipment of goods, making regional or national markets economically feasible?        ? Steam engine        ? Transcontinental railroad        ? Tele graph wires        ? Increased mechanization     Question No: 22    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which school of thought believed that each individual had significance within society?        ? Socialists             ? Humanists        ? Communists        ? Extremists     Question No: 23    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Roger Ascham taught that one could learn to speak effectively by studying:        ? Individual phrases and clauses        ? Speeches of ancient orators        ? Grammatical rules        ? Printing techniques     Question No: 24    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  In a play such as Shakespeare's Tempest, a main character (Prospero) embodies a full range of human abilities: father, creator, ruler, magician, master, and scholar. All these show the effect of _________ approach on English literature.        ? Scholastics        ? Socialists        ? Humanists        ? Religious     Question No: 25    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  What purpose was served by the hundreds of clerks employed in the central Church of Rome centuries ago for spreading the message of Christianity?        ? For preparing hand written copies of bible.        ? For keeping the record of the newly converted Christians.        ? For solving the queries of the people.        ? For holding daily prayers in church.     Question No: 26    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  In the communication process, a receiver is:        ? A message pathway.        ? The person who decodes a message.        ? Message interference.        ? The person who encodes an idea.      Question No: 27    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Communication used to get relaxation involves:        ? Sharing jokes        ? Watching humorous play        ? Gossip with friends        ? All of the given options     Question No: 28    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  The massive change in communication occurred at a time when:        ? Industrial revolution brought change in thought process.        ? Agriculture revolution gave rise to productivity.        ? Migration towards cities were increased.        ? People exposed to secular ideas.     Question No: 29    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Which of the following era refers to the hand written books, consisting largely on religious texts whose creation was meant as an act of worship?        ? 7th to 13th Century        ? 8th to 15th Century        ? 13th to 17th Century        ? 16th to 15th Century     Question No: 30    ( M a r k s: 1 )    http://vuzs.net  Touching another's hair is generally considered offensive in America, while the same act is a sign of affection in Africa. This is an example of communication contrast based on -----.        ? Language        ? Culture        ? Education        ? Mental setup     Question No: 31    ( M a r k s: 5 )  How growth of understanding of monetary and fiscal matters changed people economic ideas? Give your own analysis. Monetary policy is the process by which government, central bank or monetary authority of a country controls it provides inside into how to craft optimal monetary policy it is the cost of money or rate of interest, in order to attain a set of objective oriented towards the growth stability of the economy. Question No: 32    ( M a r k s: 10 )  Communication is the life line of human society. Discuss the importance and usage of communication in human life. Communication means to send a message from one person to another person. Communication is backbone of human life and is very important to know language for basic communication language is a basic tool of expressing ideas, concepts, feelings and attitudes. Internet and technology have its role in promotion of English language, transportation and tourism industry has improved a lot. In Pakistan, people go for educations mostly communicate in English. Communication is essential for life in general but in business setting it is critical. Communication is more than just a matter of speaking and hearing especially within a business setting good communication, on the other hand means message will be sent and that the people or organization understand the message in its entirety. Further they are much more likely to respond in a positive manner if the message was communicated effectively. A poorly communicated message will likely result in an unfavorable response Communication is one of the basic functions of management in any organization and its importance can hardly be over emphasized. It is a process of transmitting information, ideas, thoughts, opinions and plans between various parts of an organization. However, good and effective communication is required is not only for good human relations but also for good and successful business. Importance of Communication for Manager and Employee Relations: Effective communication of information and decision is an essential for management employee relations. The manager can’t get the work done from employees unless they are communicated effectively of what he wants to be done? He should also be sure of some basic facts such as how to communicate and what result can be expected from that communication. Most of the management problems arise because of lack of effective communication chances of misunderstanding and misrepresentation can be minimized with proper communication system Communication is also a basic tool for motivation, which can improve moral of the employees in an organization inappropriate or faulty communication among employees or between manager and his sub ordinates is the major cause of conflict and low morale at work. Manager should clarify to employees about what is to be done, how well they doing and what are can be done for better performance to improve their motivation. He can prepare written statement, clearly outlining the relationship between company objectives and personal objective and integrating the interest of the two FINALTERM EXAMINATION Spring 2010 MCM101- Introduction to Mass Communication (Session - 1) Question No: 1 ( M a r k s: 1 ) The Latin word COMMUNIS means: ? To go up and down ? To create commonness with the people around you ? Courteous, kind, friendly ? To remember or recollect Question No: 2 ( M a r k s: 1 ) The word “Communication” has been derived from which language? ? English ? Spanish ? Latin ? Chinese Question No: 3 ( M a r k s: 1 ) According to the United Nation’s report of 1995, which of the following country has highest newspaper readership? ? America ? Europe ? Japan ? China Question No: 4 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Schramm-Osgood Communication Model: ? Talks about common field of experience. ? Is considered the simplest of all models. ? Is the first communication model ever. ? Does not care about human interpretation. Question No: 5 ( M a r k s: 1 ) What kind of words command more acceptability? ? Polite and decent words ? Harsh or intimidating words ? Rude and Threatening words ? All of the given options Question No: 6 ( M a r k s: 1 ) When two strangers meet each other and one asks the other “what is your name?” This message is intended to: ? Discover about that person ? Establish relationship with him ? Help him out ? Persuade him Question No: 7 ( M a r k s: 1 ) The use of verbal and nonverbal communication in advertisement is an example of which function of communication? ? Relationship ? Stimulation ? Relaxation ? Social growth Question No: 8 ( M a r k s: 1 ) A father giving advice to his son about moral values is an example of which function of communication? ? Community growth ? Stimulation ? Relaxation ? Social growth Question No: 9 ( M a r k s: 1 ) What is Meta communication? ? Communication with living things ? Communication with non-living things ? Communication with humans ? Communication with living and non-living things other than humans Question No: 10 ( M a r k s: 1 ) The living style of people of a particular area is denoted as their----------- . ? Culture ? Heritage ? Society ? Fashion Question No: 11 ( M a r k s: 1 ) In American culture, avoiding eye contact means: ? Disinterest ? Disrespect ? Respectful ? It does not mean anything Question No: 12 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Acculturation means the culture: ? Inherited from parents ? Adopted from others ? Learnt through mass media ? Presented on TV Question No: 13 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following statement about the origin of language is correct? ? History confirms that it is manmade. ? History confirms that it is divine. ? History confirms that it was made by prophets. ? It is still a mystery that whether it is manmade or divine. Question No: 14 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following is fixed impressions, exaggerated or preconceived ideas about particular social groups? ? Science ? Stereotype ? Label ? Stigma Question No: 15 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following is NOT included in stereotype groups? ? Age ? Race ? Ethnicity ? Morality Question No: 16 ( M a r k s: 1 ) A breakthrough in mass media was made by the invention of: ? Vehicles ? Electricity ? Language ? Paper Question No: 17 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following era refers to the inclusion of Europe life and society in the printed books? ? 13th to 15th Century ? 14th to 17th Century ? 15th to 16th Century ? 16th to 17th Century Question No: 18 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following is considered as the most lavishly decorated of any manuscript produced between the 7th and 9th centuries? ? Book of Kells ? Book of Durrow ? Diamond Sutra ? Book of Wells Question No: 19 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which era refers to the beginning of Yellow Journalism? ? 1890s ? 1880s ? 1870s ? 1860s Question No: 20 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Hickey's Bengal Gazette used to publish stories about: ? Native people ? Employees of East India Company ? Independence Movement ? Culture of subcontinent Question No: 21 ( M a r k s: 1 ) - Please choose vuzs one Which of the following newspaper started in 1878 still enjoys the highest circulation in South India, and is among the top five national dailies of India? ? India Gazette ? The Hindu ? Madras Courier ? Hickey's Bengal Gazette Question No: 22 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following was a bilingual newspaper of the subcontinent? ? Kohinoor ? Urdu Guide ? Jam-e-Jahan Numa ? Madras Courier Question No: 23 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Partap was the first newspaper, which started publishing: ? Criticism on British government ? Supplements ? Classified page ? Entertainment News Question No: 24 ( M a r k s: 1 ) The idea of the electric telegraph was born when the scientists observed that: ? Electric charges could travel through wires over distances. ? Electric charges produce electric current. ? Electric charges could not travel through wires over distances. ? Electric energy could be transformed into mechanical energy. Question No: 25 ( M a r k s: 1 ) What was the characteristic feature of the telegraph made by Wheatstone? ? It could send the message all over the world. ? It could indicate the transmitted letters. ? It had printed coded messages on a ribbon. ? It did not use electricity for sending message from one place to other. Question No: 26 ( M a r k s: 1 ) For what purpose, telegraph was used during the Civil War (1861–1865)? ? To send the messages of soldiers to their relatives. ? To inform the media about war happenings. ? To send peace messages to the enemy. ? To control troop deployment and intelligence. Question No: 27 ( M a r k s: 1 ) The original telephone designed by Graham Bell was just a modified version of: ? Radio ? Letter Box ? Telegraph ? Printing Press Question No: 28 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following drawbacks were found in the magnetic telephone of Graham Bell? ? It was not good in look. ? It had voice distortions, causing noise. ? It transmitted only half the sentence to the receiver. ? It could only make one-way communication. Question No: 29 ( M a r k s: 1 ) - Please choose vu zs one Printing Press is the invention of: ? Guglielmo Marconi ? Joseph John Thompson ? Gutenberg ? Isaac Newton Question No: 30 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Block Printing originated from which country? ? China ? India ? America ? Rome Question No: 31 ( M a r k s: 1 ) In what type of printing, sheets of paper are pressed into individually carved wooden blocks? ? Block Printing ? Litho Printing ? Digital Printing ? Laser Printing Question No: 32 ( M a r k s: 1 ) What the static on your cell phone that interferes with your ability to hear directions to the restaurant is called in the communication process? ? Noise ? Decoding breakdown ? Feedback ? Encoding interference Question No: 33 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following era refers to the hand written books, consisting largely on religious texts whose creation was meant as an act of worship? ? 7th to 13th Century ? 8th to 15th Century ? 13th to 17th Century ? 16th to 15th Century Question No: 34 ( M a r k s: 1 ) The way one interprets information around him or her is: ? Usually positive. ? Tied to one's values, beliefs, and experiences. ? Usually negative. ? Tied to what others think. Question No: 35 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following title was used in first Private English Newspaper? ? Public Occurrences ? The Corrant ? The Gazette ? Sydney Gazette Question No: 36 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following is the other name used for ‘Publicity?’ ? Public Relations ? Development Journalism ? Advertising ? Media affairs Question No: 37 ( M a r k s: 1 ) All of the following mighty be a solution for avoiding various problems occurred during message formation EXCEPT: ? Use of Standard Language ? Brevity of Message ? Use of Local Language ? Obeying Ethics Question No: 38 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following refers to the ease in dealing with situations in which much is unknown? ? Tolerance for ambiguity ? Empathy ? Transposition ? Cultural shock Question No: 39 ( M a r k s: 1 ) - Please choose vuzs one Despite the fact that languages have been one of the strongest tools of communication, all of the following are the innate flaws which hamper communication EXCEPT: ? Polarization ? Labeling ? Static meaning ? Discrimination Question No: 40 ( M a r k s: 1 ) As communication help you solve problems and improve relationships therefore it is: ? Avoidable ? Inconsequential ? Pointless ? Essential Question No: 41 ( M a r k s: 1 ) All of the following are the example of Labeling EXCEPT: ? Scots are stingy people ? Sheikhs are miser ? Politicians in Pakistan are corrupt ? Virsa movie is a good movie Question No: 42 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Every individual is responsible for its individual deeds and not be seen as what cast, creed or tribe he/she belongs to. This concept is given by: ? Islam ? Hinduism ? Judaism ? Sikhism Question No: 43 ( M a r k s: 3 ) Why the manuscripts of the monasteries could not really affect life in Europe? Question No: 44 ( M a r k s: 3 ) Write a short note on the development of print media in Bombay. Question No: 45 ( M a r k s: 3 ) What do you know about Telex? Question No: 46 ( M a r k s: 5 ) Discuss briefly the journey of books from handwritten to the printed editions. Question No: 47 ( M a r k s: 5 ) Mention any five developments which led the telephone to its present status, making it a great facility. Question No: 48 ( M a r k s: 5 ) Briefly discuss on the development of print media in Madras (Chennai). FINALTERM EXAMINATION Spring 2010 Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) What kind of words command more acceptability? ? Polite and decent words ? Harsh or intimidating words ? Rude and Threatening words ? All of the given options Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) The use of verbal and nonverbal communication in advertisement is an example of which function of communication? ? Relationship ? Stimulation ? Relaxation ? Social growth Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) What is Meta communication? ? Communication with living things ? Communication with non-living things ? Communication with humans ? Communication with living and non-living things other than humans Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) The living style of people of a particular area is denoted as their----------- . ? Culture ? Heritage ? Society ? Fashion Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) In American culture, avoiding eye contact means: ? Disinterest ? Disrespect ? Respectful ? It does not mean anything . Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following is fixed impressions, exaggerated or preconceived ideas about particular social groups ? Science ? Stereotype ? Label ? Stigma Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following is NOT included in stereotype groups ? Age ? Race ? Ethnicity ? Morality Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following era refers to the inclusion of Europe life and society in the printed books ? 13th to 15th Century ? 14th to 17th Century ? 15th to 16th Century ? 16th to 17th Century Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following is considered as the most lavishly decorated of any manuscript produced between the 7th and 9th centuries ? Book of Kells ? Book of Durrow ? Diamond Sutra ? Book of Wells Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following was a bilingual newspaper of the subcontinent ? Kohinoor ? Urdu Guide ? Jam-e-Jahan Numa ? Madras Courier . Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) What was the characteristic feature of the telegraph made by Wheatstone ? It could send the message all over the world. ? It could indicate the transmitted letters. ? It had printed coded messages on a ribbon. ? It did not use electricity for sending message from one place to other. Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) For what purpose, telegraph was used during the Civil War (1861–1865) ? To send the messages of soldiers to their relatives. ? To inform the media about war happenings. ? To send peace messages to the enemy. ? To control troop deployment and intelligence. Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) The original telephone designed by Graham Bell was just a modified version of: ? Radio ? Letter Box ? Telegraph ? Printing Press Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following drawbacks were found in the magnetic telephone of Graham Bell ? It was not good in look. ? It had voice distortions, causing noise. ? It transmitted only half the sentence to the receiver. ? It could only make one-way communication. Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Printing Press is the invention of: ? Guglielmo Marconi ? Joseph John Thompson ? Gutenberg ? Isaac Newton Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Block Printing originated from which country ? China ? India ? America ? Rome Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Which of the following era refers to the hand written books, consisting largely on religious texts whose creation was meant as an act of worship ? 7th to 13th Century ? 8th to 15th Century ? 13th to 17th Century ? 16th to 15th Century Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) The way one interprets information around him or her is: ? Usually positive. ? Tied to one's values, beliefs, and experiences. ? Usually negative. ? Tied to what others think. Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) All of the following mighty be a solution for avoiding various problems occurred during message formation EXCEPT: ? Use of Standard Language ? Brevity of Message ? Use of Local Language ? Obeying Ethics Question ( M a r k s: 1 ) Despite the fact that languages have been one of the strongest tools of communication, all of the following are the innate flaws which hamper communication EXCEPT: ? Polarization ? Labeling ? Static meaning ? Discrimination Question No: 42 ( M a r k s: 1 ) Every individual is responsible for its individual deeds and not be seen as what cast, creed or tribe he/she belongs to. This concept is given by: ? Islam ? Hinduism ? Judaism ? Sikhism Question No: 43 ( M a r k s: 3 ) Why the manuscripts of the monasteries could not really affect life in Europe? Question No: 44 ( M a r k s: 3 ) Write a short note on the development of print media in Bombay. Question No: 45 ( M a r k s: 3 ) What do you know about Telex Question No: 46 ( M a r k s: 5 ) 13-16 ERA IS AN EXPECTED ERA OF PRINT DOMINATED ERA, EXPLAIN HOW? Question No: 47 ( M a r k s: 5 ) Mention any five developments which led the telephone to its present status, making it a great facility. Question No: 48 ( M a r k s: 5 ) Briefly discuss on the development of print media in Madras (Chennai). QUESTION 1: Discuss the effects of print media on society. [20] QUESTION 2: What major disadvantages Globalization of Media is bringing to the humanity? Discuss at least three in detail. [20] QUESTION 3: Non verbal communication is essential for effective communication. To what extant do you agree? [20] QUESTION 4: Discuss limitations of communication models in your own words. [20] QUESTION 5: What challenges or assistance motion pictures or film industry got with the invention and introduction of Television and VCR? [20] Communication is sending of a message from one person to another. False True The most primitive form of mass communication is writing books. False True The earliest form of printing press was invented by italins. False True The earliest known printed text, the Diamond Sutra (a Buddhist scripture), was printed in China in 868 A.DThe use of movable type in printing was invented in 1041 AD by Bi Sheng in China. False True The first English daily newspaper, the Daily Courant, was founded by Samuel Buckley on 11 March 1602. False True In 1884 Martin Luther invented the Linotype machine which casts type in full lines, using hot lead. False True According to United Nations’ data collected in 1995, USA is the country with most newspaper readership. False True Italian born Guglielmo Marconi introduced to the world his marvel, we now call telegraph. False True The first regular radio broadcast started in USSR in 1920. False True There is hardly a message which is decoded, or interpreted cent per cent. False True Question Explain why intercultural communication is increasingly important in our modern world. Discuss limitations of communication models in your own words.