The Media and Politics — Unit test Answers
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The poster shows a flu vaccine campaign from the Centers for Disease Control.
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to inform parents that their children need to be vaccinated against the fluB
to encourage people to get vaccinated to protect the more vulnerableC
to encourage men to get the flu vaccine to protect babiesD
to provide detailed evidence about the dangers of contracting the flu22
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Which statement best describes how the media influence policy development?
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The media keep lawmakers informed of what is happening in government.B
The media inform the public, who can then give their opinions to policymakers.C
The media present opinions and ideas that inspire policymakers.D
The media make it easier for government officials to communicate with one another.23
Which of these is a negative impact of lobbying?
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It makes businesses too transparent.B
It favors groups over the individual.C
It enables outsiders to influence lawmakers.D
It offers advantages to those with money.24
The graphic shows how to break down the subject of a source.
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uncover objective ideas.B
examine motive.C
identify the subject.D
determine bias.25
Which of these best describes an interest group?
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a group formed to support political campaigns financiallyB
a group that meets with lawmakers to influence legislationC
a group formed to influence government policyD
a group driven by the political interests of the community26
How is the Democratic Party similar in beliefs to the Federalists?
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Both strongly opposed slavery.B
Both were formed because of a dispute.C
Both supported a strong central government.D
Both were organized on federal and state levels.27
On whose behalf do most lobbyists work? Choose four answers.
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political action committees (PACs)B
the presidentC
businessesD
interest groupsE
unionsF
individuals28
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PollsB
DebatesC
DonationsD
Letters29
Political advertisements are considered most effective among voters.
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In addition to a primary, political parties can nominate candidates for general election through a
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petition or a vote of party leaders.B
caucus or a convention.C
signature drive or a public rally.D
referendum or a ballot initiative.Did you find these answers helpful?
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