Crime Media Representation Quiz
Test your knowledge and perceptions about how crime is portrayed in the media.
Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email Address
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Which type of media do you believe most influences public perception of crime?
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Television News
Movies
TV Series
Social Media
Newspapers
Other
How often do you watch or read crime-related content in the media?
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Daily
A few times a week
Once a week
Rarely
Never
Which of the following crimes do you think are most frequently portrayed in the media? (Select all that apply)
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Theft/Burglary
Murder/Homicide
Drug-related Offenses
Fraud/White-collar Crime
Assault/Violence
Cybercrime
Other
How accurately do you think crime is portrayed in the media?
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Not accurate at all
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2
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Very accurate
5
1 is Not accurate at all, 5 is Very accurate
Media often uses stereotypes when depicting criminals. How much do you agree with this statement?
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Strongly disagree
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2
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Strongly agree
5
1 is Strongly disagree, 5 is Strongly agree
How does media coverage of crime affect your perception of safety in your community?
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Makes me feel much less safe
Makes me feel somewhat less safe
No effect
Makes me feel somewhat safer
Makes me feel much safer
Please rate the following statements based on your agreement:
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Rows
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
Media exaggerates the prevalence of violent crime.
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Media coverage influences public opinion about crime.
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Media representation affects criminal justice policies.
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In your opinion, what could media outlets do to improve the accuracy of crime reporting?
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