3.18 The Media and Politics Answers

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How do politicians most use the media to win elections and to perform better as policymakers?

They use the media to inform the public about their families and personal lives in order to make themselves seem more relatable.

They use the media to get more attention, because the more popular they are, the more support their policies will have.

They use the media to share their ideas and to sell their political messages and ideas to voters.

They use the media to raise money for their political parties, so that even if they do not win elections, someone else in their party will.

What is the main reason politicians spend millions of dollars on advertising during elections?

to reinforce their messages

to dissuade people from voting for their opponents

to influence undecided voters

to generate donations

Which of these best describes what the media generally facilitate for the public?

the ability to actively participate in policy making

the ability to communicate with government officials and lawmakers

the ability to try to influence policy decisions

the ability to hear discussions on laws and the lawmaking process

What are policymakers trying to do by using the media to deliver specific messages to citizens?

ask for donations

promote policies

encourage debate

win votes

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