7.2 Extended Response Questions

• What did McLuhan argue about the medium?

  "The medium is the message"
• Synoptic assessments require students to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of media concepts
• Match the assessment type with its focus:

  Synoptic Assessment ↔️ Integrates knowledge from across the syllabus

  Regular Assessment ↔️ Focuses on specific topics or modules
• What kind of thinking does synoptic assessment require?

  Synthesis and application
• Match the extended response question type with its description:

  Evaluate ↔️ Weigh strengths and weaknesses to reach a justified conclusion

  Discuss ↔️ Explore different perspectives on a media concept

  To what extent ↔️ Assess the degree to which a statement is true

  Compare and contrast ↔️ Identify similarities and differences between media phenomena
• A strong thesis statement is a clear, concise statement outlining the main focus of your argument
• Synoptic assessments test a student's comprehensive understanding of media concepts
• Evidence-based arguments use concrete data, examples, and references to support claims.


  True
• What is the purpose of effective argumentation in synoptic assessments?

  Present reasoned cases
• What are the three characteristics of a strong thesis statement in a synoptic assessment?

  Specific, arguable, focused
• An evidence-based argument uses concrete data to support claims.

  True
• Synoptic assessments emphasize synthesis and critical analysis in grading


  True
• What feature distinguishes synoptic assessments from regular assessments in terms of scope?

  Integration of multiple areas
• A strong thesis statement is a concise statement outlining the main focus or argument
• A specific thesis statement avoids vague or general claims


  True
• Synoptic assessments require structured, well-supported arguments


  True
• A synoptic assessment integrates multiple areas of study
• Arrange the following steps in the process of responding to a synoptic assessment:

  1️⃣ Understanding the format

  2️⃣ Developing strong thesis statements

  3️⃣ Planning coherent responses
• Planning is essential for coherent responses in synoptic assessments.


  True
• Extended response questions test the ability to integrate and apply broad knowledge
• A strong thesis statement avoids vague or general claims.


  True
• What does integrating different media concepts test in synoptic assessments?

  Comprehensive understanding
• Arrange the following steps in constructing an effective argument:

  1️⃣ Define your thesis

  2️⃣ Gather evidence

  3️⃣ Present your case

  4️⃣ Balance perspectives

  5️⃣ Conclude effectively
• The rise of streaming platforms has significantly democratized access to television content
• Supporting claims with concrete data or references is an example of an evidence-based argument
• What is the purpose of a concluding statement in an argument?

  Summarize key points
• Effective time management is crucial for synoptic assessments because they require integrating knowledge across the entire syllabus
• Steps to manage time effectively in a synoptic assessment

  1️⃣ Plan your response

  2️⃣ Prioritize critical points

  3️⃣ Structure your response
• Match the argumentation technique with its purpose:

  Evidence-based arguments ↔️ Support claims with data

  Balanced perspectives ↔️ Address counterarguments

  Concluding statements ↔️ Reinforce the thesis
• Defining your thesis is the first step in constructing a structured argument.


  True
• Numerical data that strengthens a point is an example of statistics
• How do synoptic assessments differ from regular assessments?

  Integrate knowledge across syllabus
• What is the main difference between synoptic and regular assessments in A-Level Media Studies?

  Integration of syllabus knowledge
• Match the question type with its description:

  Evaluate ↔️ Critical analysis of strengths and weaknesses

  Discuss ↔️ Exploration of different perspectives

  To what extent ↔️ Assessment of a statement's truth

  Compare and contrast ↔️ Identification of similarities and differences
• Synoptic assessments require a higher level of complexity compared to regular assessments


  True
• Steps to develop a strong thesis statement

  1️⃣ Make a clear, focused assertion

  2️⃣ Ensure it is arguable

  3️⃣ Address the key aspects of the question
• What is the purpose of integrating different media concepts in synoptic assessments?

  Demonstrate comprehensive understanding
• What is the key focus of synoptic assessments in A-Level Media Studies?

  Constructing well-supported arguments
• Synoptic assessments require a moderate level of complexity, relying on recall and understanding.

  False
• What is the scope of a regular assessment in contrast to a synoptic assessment?

  Specific topics or modules