The Scientific Study of Mass Media Got Started Because of Interest

question 8

Multiple Choice

The scientific study of mass media got started because of interest in ______.

• A) French philosopher Alexis de Tocqueville
• B) how media messages were used to inspire public support for World War I
• C) knowing which forms of advertising were most effective
• D) finding out how the public feels about political and social issues
• E) how violent video images might inspire violent behavior

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