Civics- Chapter 10

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Which of the following in a PERSONAL-BACKGROUND FACTOR that will influence opinions about public issues? Mass Media, government officials, occupation, interest groups

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occupation

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Which of the following is a role of public opinion in a democracy?
to determine election results,
to reflect the political leader's ideas,
to shape the views of media members,
to guide the actions of public officials

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to guide the actions of public officials

Front

Which first amendment protection allows Americans to join interest groups?

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Freedom of assembly

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An issue gaining in importance as a result of television news coverage is an example of what influence on public opinion?

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mass media

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Which of these is one reason a public official might leak information to the press? to get his or her name linked to an issue, to give recognition to political rivals, to test the public reaction to a story

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to test the public reaction to a story

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Which word BEST describes public opinion at most times in the United States?

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diverse

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What are public officials most likely to be influenced by public opinion high in intensity?

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The opinion is strongly held.

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Which of these is a type of print media? internet, newspaper, radio, tv

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newspaper

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Which of these BEST explains a way the media shapes the public agenda?
Options:
By giving publicity to a particular problem,
By providing radio and television shows for free.
By showing commercials and advertisements,
By staging debates between political candidates.

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By giving publicity to a particular problem

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What type of laws try to protect reporters from having to reveal their sources?

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shield laws