Past paper mini essay questions Paper 2 Topic 2 The Mass Media.

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Past paper mini essay questions Paper 2 Topic 2 The Mass Media

June 2011 Either: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the mass media have replaced the family as the main agent of socialisation. Or: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the political views presented by the mass media are those of the rich and powerful in society.

Jan 2011 Either: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the mass media present a negative image of ethnic minorities. Or: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the internet and other digital media are now the main influences shaping how young people see themselves and others.

2011 Specimen exam paper 2 Either: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the image of women presented by the mass media tends to be stereotypical rather than realistic. Or: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the media is a more powerful agent of socialisation than the education system.

Revision book Question 1 Either: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that technological developments such as the internet help to spread power more widely among individuals and groups in modern Britain. Or: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that exposure to violence in the media can encourage violence in everyday life.

Revision book Question 2 Either: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the mass media is the most powerful agency of political socialisation in Britain today. Or: Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the press owners in Britain control the content of newspapers.