* To educate: Mass media can be used to educate people about a variety of topics, such as history, science, and mathematics.
* To entertain: Mass media can be used to provide entertainment, such as movies, TV shows, and music.
* To persuade: Mass media can be used to persuade people to take a particular action, such as voting for a candidate or buying a product.
* To promote: Mass media can be used to promote businesses, products, and services.