Media and Society Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a type of media mentioned in the text?

• Print (newspapers)

• Broadcast (TV, radio)

• Digital (websites)

• Billboards

How does media play a role in democracy?

• By entertaining citizens

• By informing citizens

• By confusing citizens

• By advertising to citizens

What role does the media play in government?

• It entertains the public.

• It acts as a watchdog.

• It creates government policies.

• It funds government projects.

How can media coverage affect government policy?

• By increasing government spending.

• By leading to changes in policy.

• By reducing public interest.

• By creating new laws.

What are interest groups?

• Organizations that try to influence government decisions on specific issues.

• Groups that organize community events.

• Clubs that focus on hobbies and leisure activities.

• Teams that compete in sports tournaments.

What is lobbying?

• The act of trying to persuade government officials to support a specific cause.

• The process of organizing a public protest.

• The method of voting in elections.

• The strategy of creating new laws.

What are some methods used by interest groups to influence government policies?

• Lobbying, funding political campaigns, organizing grassroots campaigns

• Writing novels, painting murals, hosting concerts

• Building skyscrapers, designing clothes, cooking meals

• Planting trees, cleaning beaches, recycling

What is an example of an interest group mentioned in the text?

• Environmental groups

• Sports teams

• Music bands

• Art clubs

What do environmental groups often lobby for?

• Laws that protect nature

• New sports facilities

• More music festivals

• Larger shopping malls

What percentage of Americans get their news from social media?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%