Unit 10 Vocab

'Public Policy' refers to:

• a set of laws and regulations enacted by the government

• a private company's internal rules

• a personal opinion on public matters

• a historical document

Who are 'Policymakers'?

• Individuals responsible for making decisions and laws in government

• People who enforce laws and regulations

• Citizens who vote in elections

• Advisors who provide expert opinions

The definition of 'Reform' is:

• a change for the better as a result of correcting abuses

• a complete overhaul of a system

• a temporary fix to a problem

• an unchangeable law

Media refers to:

• a form of communication

• a type of food

• a scientific theory

• a historical event

What is 'Free Press'?

• A type of media that is controlled by the government

• A type of media that operates without government control

• A type of media that is only available online

• A type of media that is only available in print

Censorship means:

• The suppression or prohibition of speech or writing that is considered harmful or objectionable

• The promotion of free speech and open communication

• The encouragement of diverse opinions and viewpoints

• The unrestricted access to all forms of media

A 'Forum' is:

• a type of social media platform

• a place for public discussion

• a type of online game

• a type of financial market

What is 'Representative Democracy'?

• A system where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• A system where citizens vote directly on laws and policies.

• A form of government where a single ruler has absolute power.

• A political system where power is inherited through family lineage.

'Propaganda' means:

• a form of communication aimed at influencing the attitude of a community

• a type of dance

• a scientific theory

• a historical event

Bias is a tendency to _______.

• be impartial

• favor one side

• ignore evidence

• seek truth