Political Process Unit Test Part 2

Complete the graphic.

• Emphasizing selected issues

• Identifying candidates

• Broadcasting different points of view

• Identifying propaganda

Which media outlet would be the best at reaching all age groups?

• Newspaper

• Internet

• Radio

• Television

Which headline demonstrates the media's role in identifying candidates in an election?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

It is the job of _____________________ to separate fact from opinion, detect bias, and identify propaganda in campaigns.

• lobbyists

• the media

• the candidates

• voters

This cartoon illustrates how government officials use the media to —

• approve federal legislation

• communicate with the public (the electorate)

• communicate with other countries

• influence political lobbyists

Which role of the mass media is NOT being displayed in this picture?

• Writing editorials

• Identifying candidates

• Creating a forum for discussion of issues

• Focusing attention on selected issues

Rising campaign costs have led to efforts to _______________ campaign finance laws.

• re-use

• recycle

• reduce

• reform

Because of the high cost of campaigning, candidates must do all of these except

• Fire staff to save costs

• Appeal to PACS

• Gain support from interest groups

• Hold fundraising events

Which of the following does NOT complete the graphic organizer?

• Fewer people choose to vote in elections.

• Political action committees are established.

• Wealthy individuals have an advantage when running for office.

• Opportunities to run for political office are limited.

• Candidates perform many fundraising activities.

Westlake Middle School is holding a mock election for president. Which student best demonstrates a responsible voter in the mock election?

• Megan votes for the candidate that is the richest.

• Zach votes for the most popular candidate.

• Laura votes for the candidate that represents the issues she supports.

• William votes for the candidate that his best friend is voting for.