Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you answer the following questions:

• What were the major developments in the evolution of mass media during the last century?
• How did each development influence American culture?
• What is meant by the term media convergence, and how has it affected everyday life?

Conclude your paper with a reflection on why media literacy is important for responsible media consumption today.

Format your essay according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines.

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