Which of the following statements describes a tendency in the American news media?Group of answer choicesThe media tend to present news about foreign affairs from an almost anti-American point of view.The media tend to run stories generally approving of our American-style capitalist economic system and disapproving of variants or alternative systems.The media tend to stray away from reporting only what government officials say in order to avoid propagating government statements that are false or misleading.The media tend to present foreign affairs coverage that does not fit well with U.S. foreign policy.

Most news about foreign affairs that is carried by the American mass mediaGroup of answer choicesis simply a rebroadcast of news covered by news services of other countries.tends to run stories that are approving of U.S. policies.takes an anti-American point of view.relies heavily on illegal undercover investigations.

Which of the following statements best describes the effect of the media on public opinion and eventually public policy?Group of answer choicesThe media set the agenda, frame issues, and color public perceptions about alternative public policies.The media are biased toward a particular ideological position, which permeates most aspects of reporting and thus sways the American public in that direction.The media are, to a great extent, controlled by government officials through regulations placed on the media.The media are manipulated by government officials by what they say during press conferences and official press statements, and have difficulty ever criticizing government policy.

After comparing the coverage of two foreign countries by American news organizations, David Detmer found that the mediaGroup of answer choicesshowed bias in favor of official U.S. foreign policy.followed its own standard of objective reporting.was critical of official U.S. foreign policy.was critical or supportive depending on their party affiliations

Which of the following is a true statement about the role of the media in providing citizens with information?ResponsesInvestigative reporting dominates the news because it is less expensive than political commentary.Investigative reporting dominates the news because it is less expensive than political commentary.Demand for instantaneous news reporting has led to the growth of 24-hour news operations and a shift to online media consumption.Demand for instantaneous news reporting has led to the growth of 24-hour news operations and a shift to online media consumption.The media is increasingly controlled by the major political parties, who determine which stories are covered by the press.The media is increasingly controlled by the major political parties, who determine which stories are covered by the press.There has been an increase in social media and Internet news consumption by the public, causing the top five media conglomerates to have greater control over public opinion.

Which statement best summarizes the role of the media in the U.S. political process?A.The media shape public opinion by choosing how to report on developments and policies.B.The media endorse the government's policies to ensure political stability.C.The media restrict access to information by publicizing only corporate-sponsored content.D.The media promote the two-party system by requiring outlets to represent only one party.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS