Media and Propaganda

What is the best source of information about the views of a candidate running for re-election? Options: Their Tik Tok postings, Their voting record in office, Ads mailed to voters, Ads put out by a PAC

Which type of communication is shown in this poster?

Which propaganda technique is represented by the quote, "My opponent is a tree-hugger."

A candidate for office posts a TikTok of them dancing with their family. What does this symbolize?

Which option represents symbolism? A political poster with a photograph of the president, An ad encouraging people to register to vote, A TV advertisement featuring the plans a candidate has for when they get elected, A political poster with a bald eagle flying in front of an American Flag.

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?

Which is an example of the media serving as a watchdog? A journalist reporting about a government official taking a bribe. A journalist discovers a senator plans to retire. A journalist reporting about the upcoming school board meeting. A journalist reporting which way a Congressperson voted on a bill.

How might a political action committee influence government? Options: send a letter to a U.S. Senator’s supporters, contribute money to a U.S. Senate campaign, write a letter to a newspaper about a U.S. Senator, contribute money to a charity in a U.S. Senator’s state

Which is NOT a way that the media influences government? Options: Gatekeeping the information the public receives, Exposing corruption in the government, Running ads for a variety of products, Running a story about child poverty

Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions? Options: Gathering signatures for a petition, Watching political debates on television, Discussing political issues at work, Collecting opinions for a yearbook