Ohio Test Prep: Government Study Guide (Unit 1)

What is the purpose of civic engagement within the structures of government?

• To provide entertainment and relaxation for government officials

• To devise and implement a plan to address societal problems

• To solely protest against government decisions

• To participate in government-sponsored recreational activities

Which of the following is a way individuals and organizations can support their positions once in office?

• Ignoring public opinion and feedback

• Campaigning for candidates who will support their positions

• Refusing to provide information to executive branch officials

• Avoiding participation in legislative lobbying

What must individuals and organizations know to effectively engage in making public policy?

• The proper level and branch of government to engage at various stages

• Only the opinions of the political party in power

• The personal interests of government officials

• The entertainment preferences of the general public

What is the role of political parties in the public policy process?

• To provide financial support to all civic projects

• To ensure the execution of public policy without elections

• To seek to determine public policy through winning elections and having their members hold public office

• To act as independent observers of the government

What is the primary function of interest groups in the context of public policy?

• To provide social networking opportunities for their members

• To seek to influence the making and execution of public policy

• To act as legal advisors to the government

• To organize recreational activities for the community

How are media defined in the context of public policy and civic issues?

• As organizations that provide financial assistance to political campaigns

• As means of mass communication with different audiences

• As legal entities that govern the public policy process

• As groups that organize public demonstrations

According to Learning Target 3, which of the following is NOT an example of a distinct information type that should be included in a collection of documents pertaining to a civic issue?

• Public records

• Surveys

• Personal opinions

• Research data

What is the purpose of evaluating the credibility of each source when researching a civic issue as mentioned in Learning Target 3?

• To ensure the information is up-to-date

• To determine which sources of information are relevant to the task

• To increase the volume of information

• To compare different sources of information

Which of the following is NOT listed as a consideration for determining the credibility of sources in Learning Target 3?

• The reputation of the writer and/or organization

• Internal consistency and agreement with other credible sources

• Evidence of bias or unstated assumptions

Learning Target 4 discusses resolving opposing positions on a civic issue. Which of the following is NOT a method mentioned for resolving such issues?

• Persuasion

• Compromise

• Consensus building

• Delegation