Media Influence in Politics Quiz

What role does social media play in shaping political opinions?

• It has no impact on political opinions

• It provides a platform for information sharing, discussion, and influence.

• It only influences a small portion of the population

• It is only used for entertainment purposes

How can social media be used to mobilize voters during elections?

• By creating engaging content, organizing online campaigns, sharing information about candidates and their policies, and encouraging people to register and vote.

• By sending spam emails to everyone

• By posting cat videos and memes

• By creating fake news and spreading misinformation

How does news coverage impact the outcome of elections?

• News coverage can influence public opinion and perception of candidates.

• News coverage has no impact on elections

• News coverage only affects the outcome of local elections

• News coverage always accurately represents all candidates

In what ways can media influence public opinion on political issues?

• Ignoring political issues completely

• Biased reporting, selective coverage, framing, and agenda setting

• Promoting multiple perspectives and balanced coverage

• Unbiased reporting and full coverage

What are some examples of propaganda used in political campaigns?

• Bandwagon, testimonial, and plain folks

• Card stacking, fear, and logical fallacies

• Glittering generalities, testimonial, and card stacking

• Name-calling, glittering generalities, and transfer

How does propaganda affect the public's perception of political candidates?

• It has a positive influence on their perception

• It can shape their opinions and beliefs through biased or misleading information.

• It makes them more objective and critical

• It has no impact on their perception

What is media bias and how does it impact reporting on political events?

• Media bias only impacts reporting on non-political events

• Media bias can impact reporting on political events by influencing the way information is presented and interpreted, potentially shaping public opinion.

• Media bias has no impact on reporting political events

• Media bias ensures fair and balanced reporting on political events

Can media bias sway public opinion on political matters?

• Maybe

• Not sure

• Yes

• No