Unit 8 Public Policy CE 10

What is the media doing when it informs the public about the wrongdoing and mistakes of the government?

• Influencing public policy

• Lobbying for an interest group

• Contributing to a political campaign

• Holding the government accountable

Which of the following demonstrates the media offering a forum for opposing viewpoints?

• A. A debate is televised of the two candidates running for governor.

• B. A press conference is held regarding a new state law restricting fireworks.

• C. A news story focused on a local school district's plan for improving test scores.

• D. A headline is printed about a government official's mishandling of state funds.

Which of the following is a way that the media influences public opinion?

• A. Tells people who to vote for in elections

• B. Regulates the type of media people use

• C. Focuses attention on certain public issues

• D. Requires their viewers to donate money to campaigns

What is the scenario below describing? Members of the community petitioned to their elected officials to remove the ban on fireworks in the city.

• How donations influence campaigns.

• How the media can influence public opinion.

• How individuals can influence public policy.

• How the government communicates with the public.

Which of the following are international issues and events that would require public policy decisions at the local level?

• Rebuilding the elementary school after it burned down.

• Public health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Public safety concerns in the event of an act of terrorism.

• Potholes in streets as a result of excessive rain and snow.

Local governments preparing a response for an international health crisis would most likely

• Shut down international airline flights.

• End visits from international travelers.

• Require military police to monitor the city.

• Develop a public safety plan for the local schools.

What is the main role of the electoral college?

• To select candidates for the presidential election.

• Casts the official vote for president and vice president.

• To encourage citizens to vote in presidential elections.

• To raise funds for presidential candidates and elections.

What is one of the ways in which the media monitor and hold government accountable?

• Reporters tell the human side of their stories to interest readers in current events.

• Newspaper publishers check the Internet and print what looks most interesting.

• Reporters interview government officials, check their statements, and investigate their actions.

• Newspapers seek the permission of government officials to decide what to print about their activities.

What is one way that the media can negatively influence government and politics?

• By providing accurate and unbiased information

• By encouraging active citizenship

• By spreading misinformation or biased reporting

• By ignoring political events completely

How can the media play a role in shaping public policy?

• By only reporting on entertainment news

• By highlighting specific issues and influencing public opinion

• By ignoring important issues

• By focusing solely on international news