ACTIVITY 1:

A. Newspaper Article

1. What is the main message or story being conveyed?

The article describes how Elly McCausland, a literature professor in Belgium, has created
a course that employs Taylor Swift's songs to examine themes and works of English
literature. Swift's lyrics serve as the jumping off point for the course, "Literature (Taylor's
Version)," which delves into traditional literary works and literary topics.

2. Who is the intended audience for this media?

The general readership who is interested in popular culture, literature, and the junction of
these two fields appears to be the target audience for this article. The article explores a
novel and imaginative method of studying literature that makes use of Taylor Swift songs
as a starting point for examining well-known literary works and themes. The article's
informative and interesting tone makes it accessible to a broad audience of readers who
could be interested in music, literature, education, and the ways that contemporary pop
culture might be incorporated with established academic disciplines.
3. What sources of information are used, and are they
credible?
Although the article's sources aren't made clear, it appears that it draws on both primary
(like interviews with Elly McCausland) and secondary (like Taylor Swift's own remarks
and discussions of her work in relation to literature) sources. Taylor Swift's career, her
songs, and the idea of incorporating pop culture in education generally are all covered in
the article, even though the particular sources aren't cited. The data presented appears to
be supported by reliable sources and general knowledge.

4. Are there any biases or stereotypes present?

According to the language at hand, the article doesn't appear to contain any overt biases
or stereotypes. The article seems to be educational and emphasizes the creative use of
Taylor Swift's songs to analyze ancient literature, highlighting the opportunity for
contemporary pop culture to involve pupils in conventional academic disciplines.

5. How does this media form use visuals and text to

communicate its message?
The combination of pictures and text is meant to produce a rich and interesting reading
experience, accommodating various learning styles and improving the audience's
comprehension of the subject.

B. TV News Segment

1. What is the main message or story being conveyed?

 The TV News Segment from GMA's 24 Oras reports that a man used a Jollen as a
bullet to shoot a dog. The criminal suspect had already been taken into arrest.

2. Who is the intended audience for this media?

The video's intended audience was any individual who routinely watches the news
and enjoys animals, especially dogs.

3. What sources of information are used, and are they

credible?
The video's sources included incident reports, eyewitness accounts from everyone
who saw the crime, as well as statements from the owner of the dog and the suspect.

4. Are there any biases or stereotypes present?

The footage was biased because it did not highlight the owner of the dog's lack of
accountability.
5. How does this media form use visuals and text to
communicate its message?
The combination of spoken content, visuals, and text in TV news segments aims to
provide a comprehensive and engaging presentation of the news story. It caters to
both auditory and visual learners, enhancing the audience's understanding and
retention of the information presented.
C. Social Media Post

1. What is the main message or story being conveyed?

The story behind the Pilipinas post was Rendon Labador calling out one food delivery
firm after a rider complained that his gratuity was taken through the company's app.
 2. Who is the intended audience for this media?
Filipino individuals who use meal delivery apps, Rendon Labador, and the food
delivery business being criticized were the post's intended audience.

3. What sources of information are used, and are they

credible?
Because the post by the Pilipinas was an extension of Rendon's Facebook post, it
lacked reliable sources. It is not credible as a result. The statements made by Rendon
are merely opinions.

4. Are there any biases or stereotypes present?

The social media post did not show any biaes or stereotypes whatsoever.

5. How does this media form use visuals and text to

communicate its messages?
The synergy between visuals and text on social media enhances the storytelling and
engagement capabilities of the platforms. By catering to different learning styles and
preferences, social media effectively conveys messages to diverse audiences.

D. Magazine Advertisement
1. What is the main message or story being conveyed?
The message conveyed by the magazine advertisement from Coca-Cola is that
consuming their product, Coca-Cola, enhances various experiences or situations.
The visual representation of a glass of Coke, accompanied by the text "Things Go
Better with Coke," suggests that drinking Coca-Cola can make moments more
enjoyable, pleasant, or satisfying.

2. Who is the intended audience for this media?

This Coca-Cola magazine advertisement may have a broad target demographic, but it
most certainly intends to speak to a broad consumer base. "Things Go Better with
Coke" promotes the idea that Coca-Cola can improve a variety of situations, making
it appealing to a broad demographic.

3. What sources of information are used, and are they

credible?
The post did not show any credible sources whatsoever.

4. Are there any biases or stereotypes present?

Based on the information provided in the description of the advertisement ("Things
Go Better with Coke"), there doesn't appear to be any explicit biases or stereotypes
present. The advertisement conveys a positive message about Coca-Cola enhancing
various experiences without specifically targeting or portraying any particular group
in a negative or stereotypical manner.

5. How does this media form use visuals and text to

communicate its messages?
The combination of visuals and text in magazines creates a visually appealing and
informative reading experience. It allows magazines to convey complex information,
evoke emotions, and engage readers on multiple levels. The combination of visuals
and text in magazines creates a visually appealing and informative reading
experience. It allows magazines to convey complex information, evoke emotions, and
engage readers on multiple levels.
ACTIVITY 2:

NEUTRAL: https://www.rappler.com/nation/video-moment-arnie-teves-expelled-house-
representatives/?fbclid=IwAR1-3L-
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The House of Representatives expelling Negros Oriental Congressman Arnolfo "Arnie" Teves Jr.
from the chamber after suspending him twice, marks the downfall of a powerful man who was
once a deputy speaker. The ethics panel found Teves' attempts to seek political asylum in Timor-
Leste, continuous absences without leave, and dishonorous behavior on Facebook.Teves was
accused of being the brains behind the assassination of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo
in March.
Wednesday, August 16. The House ethics committee discovered:
 1.Teves' efforts to resign from public service by requesting political refuge in REACT NOW Ti
mor-Leste; 
2.Teves' ongoing absences from the House without leave amounted to the abdication of public of
fice;
 3.When Teves shared a video of himself dancing while only sporting a tank top on Facebook, he 
brought shame upon himself.
The House Committee on Ethics unanimously recommended expulsion of Teves due to his
pursuit of asylum in Timor-Leste, violation of House rules, and “indecent behavior” on social
media. The committee deemed Teves guilty of misconduct and had sufficient basis for the
decision.

BIAS:: https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/08/16/23/house-expels-teves-over-abandonment-of-
office?
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Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa has denied accusations that he is favoring the Teves family, saying
he is not a lapdog of the controversial political clan.
Dela Rosa on Tuesday sought to clarify “malicious allegations” on social media claiming that he
was favoring the Teves family in the Senate public order panel’s inquiry he is leading into the
brazen murder of Negros Oriental Gov. Roel Degamo and other political killings in the country.