Course outline
Module 1
Module 1: Topic 1
Topic 1
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the term used to describe the spread of images, videos, or phrases across the internet, often with humorous or satirical intent?
- A. Viral Content
- B. Meme ✓
- C. Trend
- D. Buzz
Why: A meme is a cultural element that spreads rapidly online, often through humor or satire.
Q2. Which of the following is considered one of the earliest internet memes?
- A. Dancing Baby ✓
- B. Doge
- C. Rickroll
- D. LOLcats
Why: The Dancing Baby, also known as the Baby Cha-Cha, is one of the earliest known internet memes from the late 1990s.
Q3. What is the primary purpose of a meme in internet culture?
- A. To promote a product
- B. To spread humor or ideas quickly ✓
- C. To increase website traffic
- D. To create a viral video
Why: Memes are primarily used to spread humor, ideas, or cultural references quickly across the internet.
Q4. Which of the following platforms was instrumental in the early spread of internet memes?
- A. Facebook
- B. Twitter
- C. Reddit
- D. Usenet ✓
Why: Usenet, an early online discussion system, played a significant role in the spread of early internet memes.
Q5. What is a common feature of most internet memes?
- A. They are always created by professionals
- B. They are based on real-life events
- C. They are easily shareable and adaptable ✓
- D. They are only text-based
Why: Memes are typically shareable and adaptable, allowing them to be modified and spread across various platforms.
Module 2
Module 2: Topic 2
Module 3
Module 3: Topic 3
Topic 3
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the origin of the 'Dancing Baby' meme?
- A. A viral video from the 1990s ✓
- B. A clip from the movie 'Jurassic Park'
- C. A music video by Michael Jackson
- D. A commercial for a baby product
Why: The 'Dancing Baby' meme originated from a viral video of a baby dancing to the song 'Baby One More Time' by Britney Spears in the late 1990s.
Q2. Which internet meme is associated with the phrase 'This is fine'?
- A. The Grumpy Cat meme
- B. The 'This is fine' dog meme ✓
- C. The 'Success Kid' meme
- D. The 'Two Buttons' meme
Why: The 'This is fine' dog meme features a dog sitting in a burning room, calmly drinking from a water bowl, and saying 'This is fine.'
Module 4
Module 4: Topic 4
Module 5
Module 5: Topic 5
Topic 5
Knowledge check
Q1. What is the origin of the term ?
Why: Why
Q2. What is the main purpose of ?
Why: Why
Q3. Which of the following is an example of ?
Why: Why
Q4. What is the significance of ?
Why: Why
Q5. How did become popular?
Why: Why
Module 6
Module 6: Topic 6
Topic 6
Knowledge check
Q1. What was the original purpose of the "Dancing Baby" meme?
- A. To promote a baby product
- B. To mock a political figure
- C. To celebrate a music video ✓
- D. To advertise a video game
Why: The "Dancing Baby" meme originated from a music video by the band Fatboy Slim, which featured a baby dancing to the song "The Rockafeller Skank."
Q2. Which internet meme is commonly associated with the phrase "This is fine"?
- A. Distracted Boyfriend
- B. Two Buttons
- C. This is Fine ✓
- D. Success Kid
Why: The "This is Fine" meme features a cartoon dog sitting in a burning room, calmly drinking a beer while saying, "This is fine." It is often used to depict situations where someone is in a bad situation but remains calm.
Q3. What is the origin of the "Handmaid's Tale" meme?
- A. A political protest
- B. A book and TV series ✓
- C. A viral video
- D. A music album
Why: The "Handmaid's Tale" meme originates from the book and subsequent TV series of the same name, which explores themes of oppression and feminism.
Q4. Which meme is often used to express confusion or disbelief?
- A. Success Kid
- B. Drake Hotline Bling
- C. Confused Pikachu
- D. Surprised Pikachu ✓
Why: The "Surprised Pikachu" meme is used to express surprise or disbelief, often in response to unexpected or shocking news.
Q5. What is the primary use of the "Distracted Boyfriend" meme?
- A. To show support for a relationship
- B. To illustrate a choice between two options ✓
- C. To mock a celebrity
- D. To promote a product
Why: The "Distracted Boyfriend" meme is used to show a person being distracted by something else while ignoring their partner, often used to illustrate a choice between two options.
Module 7
Module 7: Topic 7