New Civics EOC Random Review - Part 4

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What right does the media have according to the 1st Amendment?

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The right to watch the government and inform the people

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What can individual people do to hold the government accountable? Options: Pardon criminals, Interpret the Constitution, Attend civic meetings and vote, Change citizenship laws

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Attend civic meetings and vote

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What is the purpose of interest groups?

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To try to get government actions supporting their cause

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What do Political Action Committees (P.A.C.s) do?

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They raise money for candidates who support their issues.

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How do lobbyists influence the government on behalf of interest groups?

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By meeting with lawmakers to get support for bills favorable to the interest group

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What is the first step citizens should take to impact public policy?

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Identify the problem

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What should citizens do after identifying the problem and conducting research?

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Come up with alternatives

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What is important to consider when coming up with alternatives to solve a problem?

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The pros and cons of each alternative

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How can individuals influence policy makers? Options: Reading social media posts, Attending a party, Signing a petition, Watching the news

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Signing a petition

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Problems that need to be solved with issues in your neighborhood (like flooding or vandalism)...

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Go to the Local government