Media Influence

What role does the media often play in relation to the government?

• Supporter

• Watchdog

• Advertiser

• Sponsor

What is one way the media influences government elections?

• By providing educational resources

• By offering legal advice

• By campaigning for candidates

• By regulating election laws

What is one way the media serves as a medium for elected officials according to the image?

• Conducting private meetings

• Holding press conferences

• Organizing private parties

• Writing official documents

According to the image, what is NOT listed as a function of media for elected officials?

• Staging media events

• Being interviewed by people in the media

• Leaking information to test public reaction

• Passing new legislation

What role do journalists play in influencing government ?

• They provide entertainment to government officials.

• They play an important role in exposing government corruption and waste.

• They assist in government propaganda.

• They report on celebrity news.

What is the primary tension between the media and the government ?

• The government's desire to increase taxes

• The media's lack of interest in national security

• The balance between public's right to know and national security

• The media's excessive control over government decisions

What is a critical skill that responsible citizens must have when interacting with media content?

• Accepting all media content as factual

• Thinking critically about the media content

• Ignoring all news sources

• Relying solely on social media for information

What is one of the primary functions of media in a democratic society?

• To entertain the public

• To serve as a propaganda tool

• To inform and educate citizens

• To promote government policies

How can media influence public opinion during a political campaign?

• By censoring opposing views

• By providing balanced information

• By only showing positive news

• By ignoring the campaign

What is a common criticism of media's role in shaping public perception?

• It provides too much educational content

• It often lacks objectivity

• It is too slow in delivering news

• It focuses too much on international news