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QuizMultiple Choice

The Media and Politics

Question 6 • 670401 American Studies S1 – MYERS, JOSHUA A

Which best describes how social-networking sites help political campaigns, especially when compared to traditional media?

Answer
A
They allow supporters to publicly criticize their policies.
B
They ensure that a campaign’s message is accurately presented.
C
They enable campaigns to sample public opinion.
D
They facilitate clear communication.

Explanation

Social-networking sites let campaigns quickly gather reactions, comments, and other feedback from many users. This helps campaigns sample public opinion more directly than traditional media, which mainly broadcasts a message to an audience. They do not ensure that a campaign’s message is presented accurately.

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