Journal Entry

What mediums (forms of media) did

you see/use over spring break? What

was the purpose of the medium? Did

it fulfill it’s purpose? (Did it entertain,

persuade, inform, or describe

something to you?)

Media Review

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5. Choose the photo that best represents the meaning of the proverb below.

“Fame is a magnifying glass” (English proverb).

A B

C

6. Choose the photo that best represents the meaning of the proverb below.

“Do not use a hatchet to remove a fly from your friend’s forehead” (Chinese proverb).

A B

7. Select the message that the image of the people canoeing would work with best.

A. “No swimming aloud!”B. “Star Lake is a place where families come

together.”C. “Don’t forget to wear a lifejacket!”D. “Please keep our water clean.”

8. A children’s dentist wants to use this photo in a magazine advertisement. What message is the dentist most likely trying to communicate with this photo?

A. The best way for people to brush teethB. The most appropriate toothbrush for peopleC. The importance of healthy dental care at a

young ageD. The need for parents to encourage their

children to brush their teeth

Ok, now it’s time for a Mini-Assessment!

Mini-Assessment

40.) Which medium would be the most effective for an author to use to distribute information about a new book?

F a letter to the editor of the local newspaperG an e-mail to personal friends and familyH a letter to the theater owners throughout townJ a handout for moviegoers in the theater

parking lot

Mini-Assessment

88.) Patti is presenting a report on the works of playwright William Shakespeare for her drama class. Which visual image would be best for her to use during the presentation?

F a poster board with sketches of William Shakespeare throughout his life

G a timeline of different dramas written by William Shakespeare

H a drawing of a stage where dramas written by William Shakespeare were performed

J a chart of the process William Shakespeare used to write his dramas

Mini-Assessment

89.) What is the most likely purpose of a video about pets and their funny behaviors with people?

A to describeB to informC to entertainD to persuade

90.) Look at this photo.

What can you conclude about the woman in this photo?F She is studying for an important test.G She is interested in reading her book.H She is spending her lunch time at the park.J She is reading about the history of the area.