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Match the following stages of the co-evolution of mass media and audiences with the most appropriate definitions.
1


oral culture

2


literate culture

3


electronic society

4


technological convergence

A)the stage that utilizes the ability to comprehend and use written symbols to communicate
B)the stage at which all forms of communication have been influenced, either directly or indirectly, by electronic media
C)cultures in which speaking and hearing are the dominant forms of communication
D)the union of different, specialized media to meet the individual needs of users

Match the following gratification functions of the media with the most appropriate definition.
5


surveillance

6


information

7


entertainment

8


social utility

A)the desire for knowledge based on curiosity, personal investment, or need
B)the function of media that provides common topics about social relationships and models for behavior
C)the function of media that keeps the public informed about social and political events
D)the function of media that provides gratification in the form of wish fulfillment, providing satisfying images and stimulating emotions







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