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2.10 Media and Political Influences

Quiz by Alexandra Lee

Grade 7
Social Studies
Florida Standards

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  • Q1
    Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?
    circuit judges
    military officers
    interest groups
    elected officials
    30s
  • Q2
    Which example represents the media acting as watchdog?
    A journalist discovers that an office holder held a hearing.
    A journalist discovers that an office holder voted against a bill.
    A journalist discovers that an office holder decided to retire.
    A journalist discovers that an office holder accepted an illegal bribe.
    30s
  • Q3
    How might a political action committee influence government?
    write a letter to a newspaper about a U.S. Senator
    send a letter to a U.S. Senator’s supporters
    contribute money to a U.S. Senate campaign
    contribute money to a charity in a U.S. Senator’s state
    30s
  • Q4
    Examine the poster below of "Uncle Sam" issued by the government of the United States during World War II to encourage support of the war effort. Which propaganda technique does this poster use?
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    transfer
    glittering generalities
    name-calling
    plain folks
    30s
  • Q5
    The statements below are taken from a government document. According to the statements, what impact have lobbyists had on government?
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    Lobbyists impact judicial decision making.
    Lobbyists impact how the media endorse elected officials.
    Lobbyists impact how individuals use the media.
    Lobbyists impact congressional lawmaking.
    30s
  • Q6
    Which option represents symbolism?
    A political poster with a photograph of the president
    A television advertisement urging citizens to vote
    A television advertisement favoring a political candidate
    A political poster with a photograph of the scales of justice
    30s
  • Q7
    This poster was used in a presidential campaign. Which government action would this presidential candidate likely support?
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    an executive order requiring that a commission be established focusing on Central America
    an executive order requiring that executive agencies work together to coordinate ocean-related matters
    an executive order requiring that executive branch employees complete their work in an honest manner
    an executive order requiring that executive branch agencies guarantee equal employment opportunity
    30s
  • Q8
    Which option presents a clear point of view?
    propaganda
    symbolism
    metaphor
    bias
    30s
  • Q9
    Which source would give the most accurate information about the views held by an incumbent running for Congress?
    flyers sent through the mail by the candidate
    the voting record of the candidate while in Congress
    a television commercial sponsored by a political party
    special interest group ratings of that Congress member
    30s
  • Q10
    The passage below is from a U.S. Supreme Court decision. Based on the passage, what is a goal of the FCC regulation?
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    to limit symbolism in political communication
    to promote bias in political communication
    to limit bias in political communication
    to promote symbolism in political communication
    30s
  • Q11
    Below is a statement made by Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld. What type of political communication is being referenced in the statement?
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    symbolism
    propaganda
    persuasion
    bias
    30s
  • Q12
    The poster below was placed in public buildings, businesses and schools by an interest group. What is a long term policy goal of the interest group?
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    protecting citizens' civil rights
    regulating elections
    influencing political appointments
    electing candidates
    30s
  • Q13
    This poster was created in 1917. Which type of communication is shown in this poster?
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    biased
    propagandized
    accurate
    informational
    30s
  • Q14
    Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions?
    watching political debates on television
    collecting opinions for a yearbook
    gathering signatures for a petition
    discussion political issues at work
    30s
  • Q15
    Below are views for and against publicly funded elections. Which conclusion can be drawn from these views?
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    Campaigning for elected office requires many opinions.
    Running an election campaign takes many taxpayers.
    Running an election campaign requires a large sum of money.
    Campaigning for elected office takes a large amount of time.
    30s

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