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Sociologists often link discussions of social relations to the concepts of "Structure" and "Agency." What are they, and how do they relate to each other? Do they have equal relationships? Are they at odds? In your discussion, include at least one specific example.
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Time sequencing does not have a significant impact on context construction.
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In explaining the role of media in society, sociologists often refer to the process known as socialization. Briefly describe what this concept means. In your answer, make sure to include at least one example.
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How was broadcasting different from previous ways of distributing and consuming media?
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What is the difference between total media exposure, the multitasking proportion, and total media use? Explain why these distinctions are important for understanding young adult media use.
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Why do the authors sometimes use reader or user rather than receiver or audience?
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What are some differences between face-to-face and mass-mediated communication for readers? How does this distinction affect politics?
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According to the authors, what are the differences between the study of sociology and mass communication?
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How does the rise of the Internet challenge the idea that technologies determine the evolution of media?
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According to the sociologist C. Wright Mills, the "sociological imagination" allows us to connect "public troubles" and "private" issues.
a. True
b. False
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How bloggers influence the operations of commercial news organizations is an example of relationships within the media industry.a. Trueb. False
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Agency is determined social action.
a. True
b. False
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Fictional portrayals of crime are more influential in promoting fear in audiences than local news.
a. True
b. False
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Media reporting of crime can create a moral panic.
a. True
b. False
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The rise of the cassette made sound digital for the first time.
a. True
b. False
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Smaller video cameras have played a role in enabling users to bypass the media entirely.
a. True
b. False
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Social movements have adopted new tactics such as public demonstrations in order to attract media attention.
a. True
b. False
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Audiences and users are more passive than they were in the broadcasting era.
a. True
b. False
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Print media use has increased in the past few years as young adults have embraced multitasking.
a. True
b. False
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Which of the following best highlights active interpretations of media products?
a. Reader or audience rather than receiver or user
b. Reader or receiver rather than user or audience
c. Reader or user rather than receiver or audience
d. None of the above
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Thomas Edison is most known for his development of the
a. Cinematograph
b. Phonograph
c. Magnetic tape
d. The Long-Playing (LP) record.
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Nielsen started measuring media consumption in "Zero-TV" households because
a. More than 25% of U.S. households are "Zero-TV" households.
b. An increasing percentage of U.S. households do not have a television set.
c. Over half of "Zero-TV" households are made up of 18- to 34-year-olds.
d. More households are relying on cable and satellite instead of over-the-air broadcasts.
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In addition to the media industry and the social world, the "media and the social world" model includes the following elements:
a. Government, audiences, and technology
b. Audiences, technology, and messages
c. Technology, government, and messages
d. Messages, audiences, and media personnel
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Which of the following is NOT as example of how audiences are users of media?
a. Updating Facebook
b. Uploading a video on YouTube
c. Posting music on Tumblr
d. Reading a news story online
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Within the media industry, the tension between structure and agency relates primarily to:
a. The lobbying efforts of media conglomerates to influence government
b. How much autonomy media personnel have in doing their work
c. How technological innovations are changing the nature of media work
d. The struggle parents have in restricting the amount of television children watch
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Which of the following is an example of relationships within the media industry?
a. Editorial pressure on journalists produce exciting, "sexy" stories
b. The impact of pornography on those who buy it
c. Government's early financial support of the Internet
d. Chinese government's control of the Internet
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Which of the following topics is not an example of relationships between institutions?
a. An organized demonstration to protest poor political coverage in the local newspaper
b. Government regulation of the media
c. The impact of violent television on young children
d. The impact of advertising revenue on the media industry
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Structure usually implies:
a. Organization
b. Constraint
c. Planning
d. Human will
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In sociology, agency generally refers to:
a. Intentional and undetermined human action
b. Any social organization or institution
c. Public communication processes
d. Larger social infrastructure
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Take extra copies of your résumé with you to an interview.
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The pattern of social behavior expected of people related by birth can be called:
a. Socialization
b. Family structure
c. Human agency
d. Routinization
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The appropriate clothing for most job interviews is something conservative, such as a dark blue suit.
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In sociology, social structure generally refers to:
a. The physical environment in which we live daily life
b. Any recurring pattern of social behavior
c. The act of creating social interaction
d. The dominant ideology of a society
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Part of your preparation for job interviews is an evaluation of your vocal tone and speaking habits.
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Staging mock interviews can help you identify undesirable nonverbal behaviors and speech mannerisms.
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Much of the initial funding for the Internet came from:
a. Private corporations
b. Individual computer hobbyists
c. Nonprofit, public-interest foundations
d. The government, especially the Pentagon
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Television was widely introduced in the United States during the:
a. Late '20s and early '30s
b. Late '30s and early '40s
c. Late '40s and early '50s
d. Late '50s and early '60s
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Part of preparing for a job interview involves anticipating the questions that will be asked and rehearsing answers to each one.
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If you are a smoker and must go to a job interview
A) ask the interviewer politely if you can smoke.
B) smoke only if the interviewer smokes.
C) refrain from smoking before the interview.
D) smoke just prior to the interview to calm yourself.
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When you're interviewing for a job as a graphic artist, you may choose
A) to take along samples of your work.
B) you can assume the interviewer already has a copy of your résumé.
C) not to be more than five or ten minutes late.
D) do all of the above.
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A recent survey of hiring professionals revealed that
A) most employers understand that candidates may need to answer their mobile phones during the interview, and that doing so has no effect on the outcome.
B) candidates who answer mobile phone calls during interviews are more likely to get the job because they are perceived as busy and important.
C) answering mobile phone calls or texting in the middle of an interview is the most common mistake candidates make during their interviews.
D) candidates who warn the interviewer ahead of time that they might have to answer a call during the interview have a better chance of getting the job than those who do not.
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When you're staging mock interviews to polish your interview style, pay attention to
A) your nonverbal behavior.
B) the quality of your voice.
C) the length and clarity of your answers.
D) all of the above.
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When choosing the clothing you will wear for an interview, the best policy is to
A) pick something that will make you stand out from the crowd.
B) wear only bright colors.
C) dress as comfortably as possible.
D) dress conservatively.
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When responding to questions during a job interview, you should
A) stick to neutral topics such as the weather.
B) look for opportunities to frame your answers as brief stories rather than simple declarative answers.
C) limit yourself to yes or no answers only.
D) not be afraid to ask, "Could we move on?" if the employer asks a question you don't like.
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When you're responding to questions during an interview, you're more likely to answer them successfully if you
A) begin speaking before the employer finishes asking the question.
B) reply in a terse, matter-of-fact style throughout the interview.
C) pause for a moment before answering each question.
D) treat all questions as an opportunity to clarify your personal preferences.
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Describe at least five types of employment interviews.
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For most interviews, asking your own questions is
A) necessary only if you are interviewing for a management position.
B) risky and a bad idea unless you are certain the interview is going well.
C) just as important as answering the employer's questions effectively.
D) usually viewed as a sign of arrogance – after all, the employer is in charge.
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Identify the typical sequence of employment interviews and describe what employers tend to look for at each stage.
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What two essential questions do employers seek to answer about each candidate in interviews?
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Briefly explain the difference between a structured interview and an open-ended interview.
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Explain how you can complete a telephone interview successfully.
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Explain the dual purposes of employment interviews.
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During a stress interview, you might be asked pointed questions designed to anger or unsettle you.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. In The Terminator Arnold Schwarzenegger said "I'll be back." b. In The Terminator Arnold Schwarzenegger said, "I'll be back." c. In The Terminator Arnold Schwarzenegger said: "I'll be back."
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One challenge in a screening interview is to keep your answers short while distinguishing yourself from other candidates.
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When applying for jobs, you should assume that every interested employer will conduct a general online search on you.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. Barack Obama said "Community colleges play an important role in helping people transition between careers by providing the retooling they need to take on a new career." b. Barack Obama said, "Community colleges play an important role in helping people transition between careers by providing the retooling they need to take on a new career." c. Barack Obama said: "Community colleges play an important role in helping people transition between careers by providing the retooling they need to take on a new career."
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Preliminary screening interviews are often conducted via telephone or Skype.
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During the question-and-answer phase of an interview, keep your answers short and to the point.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. Send checks to these employees: Their payments are long overdue. Tracey BarryJuan Gonzalez Cathy Overby James DeLoach b. Send checks to these employees. Their payments are long overdue. Tracey BarryJuan Gonzalez Cathy Overby James DeLoach c. Send checks to these employees. Their payments are long overdue: Tracey BarryJuan Gonzalez Cathy Overby James DeLoach
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Many employers interview an applicant multiple times before deciding whether to offer a person a job.
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You should prepare for a video interview in much the same way you would prepare for an in-person interview.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. The introduction of a speech should include these parts: an attention getter, a thesis, a personal credibility statement, and a preview of the main points. b. Questions about the new wellness incentive were raised by: Lisa, Jackie, and Andrew. c. Community recognition awards were presented to: Spectrum Industries, Data Solutions, and Five-Star Graphics.
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In a ________, candidates are required to perform job-related activities.
A) hands on interview
B) working interview
C) job-sample interview
D) behavioral interview
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. The employees who will be attending the conference are: Jeff Jenson, Paula Hendrickson, and Steven Mayer. b. My favorite pasttimes include: gardening, golfing, and cooking. c. Theresa uses these social networking sites in the job-search process: Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
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In a ________, one or more interviewers meet with several candidates at the same time.
A) conversational interview
B) stress interview
C) group interview
D) behavioral interview
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. Wireless plan information has been received from Sprint, Verizon, and T-Mobile. b. Wireless plan information has been received from: Sprint, Verizon, and T-Mobile. c. Wireless plan information has been received from, Sprint, Verizon, and T-Mobile.
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If you're asked to submit to alcohol testing and drug screening during the hiring process, remember that
A) only government agencies can require those tests.
B) a majority of companies require all applicants to submit to such tests.
C) what you do in your free time will not affect how you'll perform on the job.
D) the Supreme Court has determined that those tests violate workplace privacy laws.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. The individuals responsible for overseeing the new customer service plan will be: Karen Kohler, Tom Huffcutt, and Don Kite. b. The individuals responsible for overseeing the new customer service plan will be Karen Kohler, Tom Huffcutt, and Don Kite. c. The individuals responsible for overseeing the new customer service plan will be; Karen Kohler, Tom Huffcutt, and Don Kite.
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In general, employers are looking for two things: proof that a candidate can handle the responsibilities of the position and
A) excellent references.
B) high employment test scores.
C) evidence that the person will fit in with the organization.
D) long-term commitment to the organization.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. A number of biotech firms are represented, Amgen, Genentech, Genzyme, and ImClone Systems. b. A number of biotech firms are represented Amgen, Genentech, Genzyme, and ImClone Systems. c. A number of biotech firms are represented: Amgen, Genentech, Genzyme, and ImClone Systems.
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When you're participating in a video interview with a prospective employer
A) focus on your computer screen.
B) read from a prepared script.
C) speak to the camera.
D) multitask via Twitter and Facebook.
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Briefly explain the primary differences between solicited application letters and prospecting application letters.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. These are the traits that will help you be promoted: a strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and integrity. b. These are the traits that will help you be promoted, a strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and integrity. c. These are the traits that will help you be promoted; a strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and integrity.
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Which sentence is correctly punctuated? a. Woody Allen said; "Eighty percent of success is showing up." b. Woody Allen said, "Eighty percent of success is showing up." c. Woody Allen said: "Eighty percent of success is showing up."
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Which type of interview would be likely to include a question such as, "You seem wholly unqualified for this job, and your answers so far have been terrible. Why should we continue with this?"
A) Stress
B) Structured
C) Screening
D) Situational
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In application letters, it is acceptable to mention that you will follow up with a phone call in a few days.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly? a. A department manager often uses the following skills: direction, facilitation, and mediation. b. A department manager often uses the following skills, direction, facilitation, and mediation. c. A department manager often uses the following skills; direction, facilitation, and mediation.
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Which sentence is correctly punctuated? a. What it was was a brilliant marketing campaign. b. What it was; was a brilliant marketing campaign. c. What it was, was a brilliant marketing campaign.
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Interviews in which job candidates are asked how they would respond to various hypothetical situations on the job are known as ________ interviews.
A) stress
B) structured
C) screening
D) situational