U.S. Government and Media Influence

Which of the following is a way that media can influence government according to the learning material?

• By providing entertainment to government officials

• By monitoring and influencing government through its impact

• By electing government officials directly

• By offering financial support to political parties

What is one of the roles of media in political communication as mentioned in the learning material?

• To provide unbiased news without any form of bias or symbolism

• To ensure the success of political parties

• To analyze media and political communication, including bias and symbolism

• To participate directly in the electoral process

What is the purpose of a Political Action Committee?

• A survey used to determine people's stance on an issue.

• An organization that raises money privately to influence elections or legislation.

• A direct vote of citizens to make a single decision.

• A group of people who are connected over a certain issue.

What does the term "Mass media" refer to?

• An organized effort to get a candidate elected or law passed.

• A person who works for interest groups and attempts to influence government officials.

• Communication meant to reach large numbers of people.

• Issues that the public wants government to address.

What is a "Public opinion poll"?

• A direct vote of citizens to make a single decision.

• A person or group who keeps guard over people in power.

• A survey used to determine people's stance on an issue.

• An organized effort to get a candidate elected or law passed.

Who is a "Lobbyist"?

• A person who works for interest groups and attempts to influence government officials.

• A person or group who keeps guard over people in power.

• An organization that raises money privately to influence elections or legislation.

• A group of people who are connected over a certain issue.

What is a "Referendum"?

• A survey used to determine people's stance on an issue.

• An organization that raises money privately to influence elections or legislation.

• A direct vote of citizens to make a single decision.

• A person or group who keeps guard over people in power.

What does mass media provide to millions of people?

• Personalized messages

• Instantaneous information

• Private communication

• Educational textbooks

What does the term 'public' refer to according to the image?

• Government officials

• A specific group of people

• All people

• Media personnel

What was significant about the 1960 presidential debate according to the text in the image?

• It was the first U.S. debate to be broadcast internationally.

• It was the first U.S. presidential debate to be televised.

• It was the first U.S. presidential debate to be held outside.

• It was the first U.S. presidential debate to include a female candidate.