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The Internet and social media have increased the level of interactions between politicians and citizens, but how has their use changed the nature of the interactions?

A
Their use has made interactions more volatile.
B
Their use has structured the nature of the interactions.
C
Their use has increased the formality of the interactions.
D
Their use has required citizens to be proactive.
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Why is it important to have media coverage of government elections?

A
It may be the only accessible source of information on the issues and candidates for a particular group of people.
B
It helps people have a comprehensive understanding of all of the issues.
C
It introduces the public to only the candidates who have the best chance of winning.
D
It encourages people to vote for the right candidate based on the media’s informed opinions.
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For what purposes do politicians generally use the Internet? Select three answers.to generate donationsto organize supportersto limit criticismto solicit supportto pass legislation

A
to generate donations
B
to organize supporters
C
to limit criticism
D
to solicit support
E
to pass legislation
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What is the main reason politicians spend millions of dollars on advertising during elections?

A
to reinforce their messages
B
to dissuade people from voting for their opponents
C
to influence undecided voters
D
to generate donations
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What are policymakers trying to do by using the media to deliver specific messages to citizens?

A
ask for donations
B
promote policies
C
encourage debate
D
win votes
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Which of these best describes what the media generally facilitate for the public?

A
the ability to actively participate in policy making
B
the ability to communicate with government officials and lawmakers
C
the ability to try to influence policy decisions
D
the ability to hear discussions on laws and the lawmaking process
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What do the media most provide the public with by covering policy and the lawmaking process?

A
consistency
B
complete accuracy
C
transparency
D
comprehensiveness
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Why has social media affected political campaigns?

A
It is usually a quick and effective form of mass communication.
B
It is always a free way for politicians to advertise.
C
It is often not an effective way for citizens to criticize policy ideas.
D
It is an effective way of communicating with the public without getting feedback.
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Which statement best describes the media’s role in informing the public on government affairs?

A
The media presents information, allowing the public to stay informed about current and proposed laws.
B
The media’s constant presentation of information requires that the public gain a comprehensive understanding of policy.
C
The media works hard to ensure that everyone has access to the same information at all times.
D
The media’s experts develop highly informed opinions about current events to ensure that people make the right decisions.
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How do politicians most use the media to win elections and to perform better as policymakers?

A
They use the media to inform the public about their families and personal lives in order to make themselves seem more relatable.
B
They use the media to get more attention, because the more popular they are, the more support their policies will have.
C
They use the media to share their ideas and to sell their political messages and ideas to voters.
D
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.

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