Test: Creating Advertisements - Class 8 MCQ

Advertisements are broadly of two types – Commercial (selling goods/services) and Social (messages for welfare). Political Campaign is not included.

The first newspaper advertisements in India appeared in 1780 in the Bengal Gazette, edited by James Augustus Hicky.

Traditional advertising included methods like beating drums (Dhindora Pitna), street plays, folk songs, and murals.

Logos and taglines are crucial as they build brand identity. Ads should be short and catchy, avoiding heavy text.

Outdoor advertising includes posters, hoardings, billboards, and vehicle displays.

Ethical advertising discourages fake claims. Instead, ads must be truthful, respectful, and culturally sensitive.

Call to Action tells the audience what to do, e.g., “Buy Now,” “Get Vaccinated,” “Vote Today.”

Advertising helps small businesses like bakers, toy makers, or tailors to attract local customers by highlighting unique qualities.

Social advertisements promote public welfare, e.g., cleanliness drives, vaccination awareness, or voting campaigns.

Careers linked to advertising include marketing, public relations, graphic designing, social media management, and content writing.