Bell Ringer 12/4/24

Front

Which example represents a way in which the media, acting as a watchdog, impacts government? A politician holds a town meeting after the media reports she voted against a popular bill. A politician modifies a bill about an issue after the media reports on a public hearing. A politician resigns from office after the media reports that he accepted a bribe. A politician revises her election strategy after the media releases a poll.

Back

A politician resigns from office after the media reports that he accepted a bribe.

Answer explanation

The watchdog role of the media is to watch what government does and to report any wrongdoing. Accepting bribes is illegal. A journalist discovering this information and reporting it is acting in a watchdog role.

Front

Which of the following uses all the methods in this table to monitor, hold accountable, and influence government?
Options: individual citizens, interest groups, business, media

Back

individual citizens

Answer explanation

Attending civic meetings, peacefully protesting, running for office, and voting are all ways that individuals can monitor, hold accountable, and influence government.

Front

Which foundational principle ensures that citizens cannot lose their life or freedom without having their legal rights protected? Options: rule of law, social contract, due process of law, separation of powers

Back

due process of law

Answer explanation

Due process of law, as stated in the 5th and 14th Amendments, ensures that all levels of government will operate within the law and provide fair procedures.

Front

Which statement best completes this diagram? Options: Political parties hold midterm elections. The winner of the political debates takes the oath of office. Primary elections are held to narrow down the candidates. State legislatures cast votes to determine who will appear on the ballot.

Back

Primary elections are held to narrow down the candidates.

Answer explanation

Primary elections are nominating elections held to choose party candidates who will then run in the general election