Which of the Following Correctly Characterizes the Penny Press

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly characterizes the penny press?

• A) Penny newspapers were affiliated with a political party and relied on politicians for a great deal of their content.
• B) The penny press had no hired reporters, and their content was based solely on readers' letters.
• C) Rather than relying on subscriptions and political contributions for their revenue, penny newspapers were sold by newsboys on the street and earned money from advertising.
• D) Penny newspapers catered primarily to wealthy urbanites and covered mostly financial and commercial news.

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Definitions:

Newspapers, Magazines

Print media publications that include written articles, photos, and advertisements, offering news and information on various subjects.

Radio, Television, Video Games

Forms of media that entertain, inform, and influence the public, each with unique capabilities for shaping perceptions and behaviors.

Itard

Jean Marc Gaspard Itard, a French physician known for his work with the "Wild Boy of Aveyron" and contributions to understanding developmental disabilities.