Civics 2.10, 2.11, 2.13

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?

• military officers

• elected officials

• interest groups

• circuit judges

Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions?

• watching political debates on television

• discussing political issues at work

• collecting opinions for a yearbook

• gathering signatures for a petition

The table below describes ratings for news organizations. According to the table, what impact has media had on government?

• Government is less likely to regulate the press.

• Government is less likely to respond to public concerns.

• Government is more likely to regulate the press.

• Government is more likely to respond to public concerns.

Which option presents a clear point of view?

• bias

• metaphor

• propaganda

• symbolism

The poster below was created in 1917. Which type of communication is shown in this poster?

• accurate

• biased

• informational

• propagandized

The poster was placed in public buildings, businesses and schools by a civil rights group. What is a long term policy goal of the interest group?

• electing candidates

• regulating elections

• improving citizens’ lives

• influencing political appointments

Which option represents a way that multiple perspectives are reflected in political participation?

• public meetings

• press conference

• legislative sessions

• State of the Union address

The headline describes an event in U.S. history. Which public policy view is reflected in the headline?

• racial discrimination

• racial prejudice

• racial tolerance

• racial equality

These are views for and against publicly funded elections. Which conclusions can be drawn from these views?

• Running an election campaign takes many taxpayers.

• Campaigning for elected office requires many opinions.

• Campaigning for elected office takes a large amount of time.

• Running an election campaign requires a large sum of money.