d
1.1 Define the term 'human rights violations' and suggest THREE ways in which wars can
lead to human rights violations.
(1+3) (4)
1.2 Give the meaning of the term 'media' and describe why it is important for global citizens
to be media literate in relation to war issues
.
(1+2) (3)
Subtotal: 7
ACTIVITY 2: LITERATURE REVIEW
Instruction: Your literature review must be presented in an essay form and in the order of
the following
questions below.
2.1 WARS AND FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION
2.1.1 Read relevant literature and give THREE examples of how the media's freedom of
expression can be hindered during wars.
(3x1) (3)
2.1.2 Following the literature you have read, give ONE reason why it is important for citizens
to exercise their freedom of expression responsibly in order to ensure active citizenship.
(1x2) (2)
2.2 SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES OF WARS
Subtotal: 5
2.2.1 Based on the studied literature and the problem statement, name FIVE negative social
consequences that wars can have on the survival of the world's population.
(5x1) (5)
2.2.2 Describe ONE environmental factor, related to war, that can lead to poor health within
the population.
(1x2) (2)
2.2.3 Explain ways in which the global outbreak of wars has more negative consequences for
the poor.
(2x2) (4)
Subtotal: 11
2.3 MEDIA LITERACY IN SOME CONTEXTS (IN BOTH SOCIAL AND WAR SITUATIONS)
2.3.1 Name FOUR consequences of media illiteracy regarding the ability of citizens to be
critical of the media.
(4x1) (4)
2.3.2 Identify possible dangers of fake news about the increasing global conflicts.
(5x1) (5)
2.3.3 Explain factors that may contribute to the perception that South African citizens have
low levels of media literacy.
(2x2) (4)
2.3.4 Discuss ways in which South African citizens can determine whether media news is
(3x2) (6)
biased.
2.3.5 Critically discuss how media illiteracy can hinder citizens' ability to create a safe and
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