The Media and Politics

Question 1

Why is it important to have media coverage of government elections?

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It may be the only accessible source of information on the issues and candidates for a particular group of people.

Question 2

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

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promote policies

Question 3

How have changes in the media and modern technology most changed how candidates campaign?

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Candidates often effectively use social media to reach voters.

Question 4

Which statement best describes the media’s role in informing the public on government affairs?

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The media presents information, allowing the public to stay informed about current and proposed laws.

Question 5

For what purposes do politicians generally use the Internet? Select three answers.to generate donationsto organize supportersto limit criticismto solicit supportto pass legislation

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to generate donations; to organize supporters; to solicit support

Question 6

What information is published in the Congressional Record?

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Debates that occurred within Congress

Question 7

Which of these are forms of mass media? Select four answers.newspapersradiotelevisiontelephone callspersonal e-mailsmagazines

Question 8

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

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the ability to hear discussions on laws and the lawmaking process

Question 9

Which of these is a way in which politicians, particularly on the state and national level, would most likely interact with citizens online?

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by connecting on social media

Question 10

The media aim to make the public

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aware of the issues.

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