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

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.