GOV Chapt. 7: The Media

Which of the following statements correctly explain why adversarial journalism emerged in the 1960s and 1970s?

American officials leaked information that was critical of administration policy to reporters. White House officials pressured publishers to block reports critical of the war. National newspapers discovered an audience for coverage critical of administration policy.

Which of the following statements about Americans' use of social media as a news source are true?

Americans use the Internet to gain information from a variety of sources.

Comedy shows like The Daily Show are - sources of political news, with followers who are - informed about politics.

Comedy shows like The Daily Show are IMPORTANT sources of political news, with followers who are WELL informed about politics.

Which of the following publications can be considered examples of niche journalism?

Congressional Quarterly Politico

Which of the following media forms is the Federal Communications Commission able to regulate content on?

FM radio AM radio television stations

In general, reporters tend to be -, and media owners tend to be -.

In general, reporters tend to be LIBERAL, and media owners tend to be CONSERVATIVE.

In the past twenty years, the number of media sources has -. In that same period of time, political knowledge in the electorate has -

In the past twenty years, the number of media sources has INCREASED. In that same period of time, political knowledge in the electorate has REMAINED CONSTANT

Which news source is most likely to report on a story about riots or protests first?

Internet

How does social media make consumption of news different for Millennials?

It creates a feedback loop that establishes relationships with politicians.

How did the Telecommunications Act of 1996 change the media landscape?

It opened the way for the consolidation of media ownership.

Identify whether the journalistic characteristic applies to "new media" or "old media."

New Media -- greater diversity in news in-depth coverage of news Old Media -- Reliable coverage of news

Which of the following are correct about age demographics and media consumption?

Older adults tend to get more news from television than younger adults.

Which statements correctly reflect the characteristics of traditional and online media?

Online media have a higher potential for misinformation than traditional media. Traditional media are often forced to account for online media reports in their own stories.

Which political actors were the first to take advantage of the nonpartisan press as a way of developing an independent source of political power?

Presidents

Why do press releases commonly appear in newspapers?

Press releases can be nearly indistinguishable from a real story. Reporters are able to update content while doing little work. The newspaper can fill its pages at little cost.

Match the characteristic of journalism to the source best suited for it.

Print -- Investigative journalism, objective journalism Internet -- up-to-date journalism, diverse journalism

Readers of online news from major websites are - knowledgeable than average citizens. Those who get their political news mainly from blogs are - knowledgeable than average citizens.

Readers of online news from major websites are MORE knowledgeable than average citizens. Those who get their political news mainly from blogs are LESS knowledgeable than average citizens.

How has the media landscape changed as the FCC's regulatory powers changed in the past several decades?

Restrictions on media ownership have been relaxed.

Which of the following statements are true regarding changes in the media landscape since 1991?

The Internet has replaced the newspaper as people's secondary source for news. Newspaper readership has declined.

Which of the following factors led to the development of professionalized journalists and the norm of ''objectivity''?

The best way to appeal to a large audience is to produce a standardized, neutral news product.

Which statements accurately characterize the effects that the media have on public opinion?

The media can often intensify underlying public opinion. The media can completely shape the public's perception of a new issue.

Match the source of media power to its influence on public opinion.

What opinions Americans hold on issues: framing, priming What issues Americans think about: setting the agenda

When the media does not report on a particular idea, which form of influence are they exercising?

agenda setting

Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the media wrote many stories about President Bush's performance on protecting the nation from terrorism and few stories on the economy. What two means of media influence is this an example of?

agenda setting priming

Which of the following news stories is an example of "alarm mode" media coverage?

breaking news of a major campaign event a reporter receiving leaked information about a political scandal

How have some newspapers responded to declining circulation numbers?

charging customers for reading news online closing foreign bureaus and offices in Washington, D.C.

Which of the following terms describes news reported and distributed by ordinary people, rather than professional journalists?

citizen journalism

Which of the following are advantages to online news?

depth diversity convenience currency

If a TV station allows a state's Republican gubernatorial candidate to appear on a talk show, but refuses to allow the Democratic candidate a similar opportunity, the TV station is guilty of violating the

equal time provision

When politicians fight over calling a bill "health care reform" or "health care rationing," what are they trying to shape?

how the media frame the bill

What functions does the media serve in democratic politics?

publicize and assess the claims of political candidates examine government policies and platforms reveal wrongdoing by government agencies and officials

The Federal Communications Commission was developed to serve which of the following functions?

regulate broadcast content promote competition in the broadcast industry allocate radio and TV frequencies

Most of the national news published by local newspapers is provided by which of the following sources?

the Associated Press major newspapers

According to research by the Pew Research Center on Internet access, which groups tend to have the greatest access to broadband Internet at home?

whites college graduates