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Essay Test 3

Essay Test 3

Q Instructions: This quiz is worth 50 points towards your grade. There are ten questions, each worth 5 points. Each question should be answered as completely as possible, requiring an itemized list, a short answer (3-5 sentences) or a short essay answer, comprising of one or two paragraphs. Use all provided resources to answer the questions. This quiz is due no later than 11:59 pm on Sunday, March 31st, 2019. Late quizzes are subject to the conditions established in the syllabus. Questions will be provided as listed; answers are to be submitted in typed form, preferably as a Microsoft Word document. Staple your answers to the question sheet provided to you. If there are any questions regarding this procedure, please do not hesitate to contact me. Good luck to all! 1) In what ways can the media influence public opinion and politics in the United States?

Q 2) What are the different types (formats) of the media here in the United States?3) What are some different ways by which Americans can participate in the political process?4) What factors help determine who participates in the political process in the United States, particularly when it comes to voting? 5) Define the term political party. What roles do political parties play in U.S. elections?

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Media from television like live coverages of political campaigns can influence public opinion because the public can get motivated/brainwashed to vote for a specific political party. There can be public poll results/reviews/ratings about performance of existing candidates reviewed to get influenced for decision-making. There can be two individuals having similar mentalities voting for same parties.