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QuizMultiple Choice

Media Literacy: Historical, Economic, and Political Contexts of Media

Question 4 • WINGS PA - 26 Literature II A Jefferson-Oliver

Which statement was not a criticism of television media in the 1960s?

Answer
A
Television promoted stereotypes.
B
Television encouraged consumerism.
C
Television portrayed an unrealistic view of life.
D
Television promoted patriotism.

Explanation

Critics in the 1960s argued that television promoted stereotypes, encouraged consumerism, and showed an unrealistic, idealized view of everyday life. Promoting patriotism was not generally listed among these criticisms, so the correct choice is “Television promoted patriotism.”

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