Name:___________________________________________ Date:_______________________ Period:______________ Living Room Policy: Influencing Government and Civic Engagement

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Name:___________________________________________ Date:_______________________ Period:______________ Living Room Policy: Influencing Government and Civic Engagement
monitor petitioning the government political action committee (PAC) public agenda public policy public sphere watchdog verb verb

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Short Response: Answer the following prompts in complete sentences. Make sure you are including evidence and examples to prove your answer. 1. What are the methods used by interest groups to monitor and/or influence the government?

2. What are the methods used by the media to monitor and/or influence the government?

3. What are the methods used by individuals to monitor and/or influence the government?

4. How does the media, individuals, and interest groups impact the government?

5. What are some examples of how media/political communication use bias?

6. What are some examples of how media/political communication use symbolism?

7. What are some examples of how media/political communication use propaganda?

8. How can bias, symbolism, and propaganda impact public opinion?

9. What are examples of groups that influence public perspectives? Examples of groups that influence public perspectives include nonprofit organizations, political parties, and special interest groups.

10. How do multiple perspectives shape participation in the political pro cess?

Name:___________________________________________ Date:_______________________ Period:______________ Living Room Policy: Influencing Government and Civic Engagement Multiple perspectives shape participation in the political process because groups or individuals with an interest in issues may be inspired to participate and voice their perspective on this issue. Groups may use their ability to influence government and become more involved in the political process through voting, public meetings, petitioning the government, lobbying legislatures, donating money, endorsing candidates or even running for office.