The Media and Politics Answers

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Suppose this photo were used by a political campaign to promote the person shown as a candidate for office.What does the photograph suggest about the candidate as a marketing tool for the campaign? Check all that apply.

A
The choice of colors show he is patriotic.
B
He is well informed and ready to present.
C
He comes from an educated background.
D
He is well dressed in presentable, formal attire.
E
He has a message to convey.
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What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

A
Kennedy may have appeared to be more relaxed and comfortable.
B
Nixon may have appeared to be less relaxed and more uncomfortable.
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The man on the far left of this photograph is a candidate for office.What messages is the campaign seeking to convey to voters through the photo? Check all that apply.

A
He knows how to improve the economy.
B
He understands the needs of working Americans.
C
He has political experience.
D
He is a hard worker.
E
He wants to support the community.
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Think about how the media can be used to portray an image of a political candidate.How could the video give citizens a more favorable opinion of Kennedy?

Answer:

The video could present Kennedy as confident, charismatic, and relatable, encouraging citizens to see him as a strong and appealing leader.

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In the video you just watched, what is the main idea that President Obama is trying to communicate?

A
Manufacturing is declining, and the United States needs to take steps to improve.
B
The economy is improving, but more steps are needed to continue this progress.
C
Fewer manufacturing jobs are coming to the United States.
D
The economy is prepared for the future, and there are no more steps to take.
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How does the background of the video connect to the content of President Obama’s speech?

A
It shows a factory that is owned and operated by the US government.
B
It shows an example of a company that has lost jobs to foreign competitors.
C
It portrays a busy workplace where new employees are being trained.
D
It reinforces President Obama’s message about the need for more manufacturing jobs.
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Which of these ideas are included in your response? Check all that apply.

A
the reason the president made a video rather than choosing a different format
B
the reason the video was then posted online
C
whether I think it is an effective method of sharing a political message with the public

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