When discussing mass media, one may automatically think of televisions. It is now highly recognized that every one in the world may be watching one thing (eg: the olympics). Also, with the development of mass media, popular culture (more commonly known as pop culture) has spread. There is, for instance, increased familiarity in the US with African music, Asian philosophy. Latin American literature demonstrates the power of the mass media to promote great awareness and mixing of different cultures. Mass media may also cause deep changes in traditional cultures. In some cases, people experience a loss of identity; they may find themselves in conflict over competing values.
Modern world history patterns of interaction. (2009). Evanston, Ill.: McDougal Littell.
Modern world history patterns of interaction. (2009). Evanston, Ill.: McDougal Littell.
Questions
1. Can you live without television?
2. What joins us to different cultures around the world?
1) TV is a very important aspect in our daily lives. Whether used for the purpose of entertainment or to follow the news, i believe that living without it will make our lives much harder
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