Answers670401 American Studies S1 – MYERS JOSHUA AInterest Groups and Lobbying

Interest Groups and Lobbying Answers

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How is this article an example of the media acting as gatekeepers?

A
The article presents evidence that wildfires can cause heath problems.
B
The article defines climate change and provides examples of its effects.
C
The author chooses which two scientific reports on climate change to include.
D
The author presents evidence for and against climate change.
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How can media coverage of polling influence the outcome of an election? Check all that apply.

A
Voters are less informed about the potential outcome of the election.
B
Candidates learn more about their standing.
C
Voters may be more or less motivated to support a candidate.
D
Candidates are less informed about voter desires.
E
Campaigns are more able to predict election outcomes.
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Which statements describe the relationship between lawmakers and the media? Check all that apply.The media allows citizens to see the day-to-day workings of lawmakers.Lawmakers are unable to use the media to influence public support.There is a lack of media coverage of lawmakers and their activities.Lawmakers use the media to try to create public support for the laws they make. Lawmakers use the media to stay in touch with voters and their opinions.

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The media allows citizens to see the day-to-day workings of lawmakers.
B
Lawmakers are unable to use the media to influence public support.
C
There is a lack of media coverage of lawmakers and their activities.
D
Lawmakers use the media to try to create public support for the laws they make.
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Lawmakers use the media to stay in touch with voters and their opinions.

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