The Media And Politics Quiz

21 August 2022
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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?
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Their use has required citizens to be proactive.
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Which of these are forms of mass media? Select all that apply.
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newspapers radio television magazines
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Why is media coverage of elections important?
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It is the only information source that most people have.
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When policymakers use the media to deliver a message, what sort of response do they encourage from citizens?
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new ideas
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For what purposes do politicians generally use the Internet? Select all that apply.
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to generate donations to organize supporters to solicit support
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The------is the name of the publication produced by the government that covers debates occurring in Congress.
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Congressional Record
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Which best describes why candidates and politicians use the Internet?
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They must use the same media that citizens use.
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The media aim to make the public
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aware of the issues.
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How might opinion polls negatively affect voter behaviors?
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They can motivate people to not vote.
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Do news entities provide only the facts? Why or why not?
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No, news entities offer opinions, debate, and interpretations of events.