Mark each statement as either true (T) or false (F) according to the
reading.
1. ____ In response to the Federal Trade Commission report, the US
government created new laws to regulate the entertainment industry.
2. ____ NAD and NARB are part of NARC.
3. ____ NARB investigates complaints of false advertising.
4. ____ Self-regulation works well in the US advertising industry.
B
Choose the best answer according to the reading.
1. What does the US Constitution guarantee?
a.
Regulation and censorship
b.
The protection of children
c.
Freedom of speech and press
d.
Government intervention
2. What is the main function of the National Advertising Review Board?
a.
Investigating complaints
b.
Correcting false ads
c.
Reviewing cases
d.
Censoring the press
3. Why do various media review ads prior to publication?
a. To make sure they can censor them
b. To ensure they are appropriate
c. To test all advertised products
d. To be able to charge more money
C
For the next two questions, look for the answers in the book and write
them on the lines provided.
1. What was surprising about the Federal Trade Commission report?
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2. What can happen if consumers find out about misleading advertising claims?
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