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Which headline is the the most consistent with the "yellow journalism" approach to reporting?
President Grant Exposed as Ringleader of Whiskey Ring!
United States Blocks Spanish out of Cuba!
Pearl Harbor Slowly Rebuilds from the Ashes!
Frederick Douglass Loses at Supreme Court!
Referendum 9 Passes!
Explanation
Yellow journalism focused on sensationalism- violence, romance, patriotism, and exposes of government, politics, business, and society. The four incorrect answers deal with everyday news events, despite the exclamation points at the end. "Yellow journalism" would encourage reporters to investigate any scandals regardless of their validity, and if higher officials could be connected with outrageous headlines would be all the more sensational.
Which President was the first to prominently employ radio to communicate with the American people?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry Truman
John F. Kennedy
Ronald Reagan
Woodrow Wilson
Explanation
Franklin D. Roosevelt’s "fireside chats" were deeply important and influential to the people of the United States, particularly during World War Two. It was a means for the President to communicate directly with the American people to keep them informed about the war effort and the state of the economy. Roosevelt realized the great potential for mass media in keeping in contact with the masses, and it was a contributing factor to his overwhelming popularity (although not the greatest contributing factor—recovering economy and war patriotism were far more valuable).
Which headline is the the most consistent with the "yellow journalism" approach to reporting?
President Grant Exposed as Ringleader of Whiskey Ring!
United States Blocks Spanish out of Cuba!
Pearl Harbor Slowly Rebuilds from the Ashes!
Frederick Douglass Loses at Supreme Court!
Referendum 9 Passes!
Explanation
Yellow journalism focused on sensationalism- violence, romance, patriotism, and exposes of government, politics, business, and society. The four incorrect answers deal with everyday news events, despite the exclamation points at the end. "Yellow journalism" would encourage reporters to investigate any scandals regardless of their validity, and if higher officials could be connected with outrageous headlines would be all the more sensational.
Which President was the first to prominently employ radio to communicate with the American people?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry Truman
John F. Kennedy
Ronald Reagan
Woodrow Wilson
Explanation
Franklin D. Roosevelt’s "fireside chats" were deeply important and influential to the people of the United States, particularly during World War Two. It was a means for the President to communicate directly with the American people to keep them informed about the war effort and the state of the economy. Roosevelt realized the great potential for mass media in keeping in contact with the masses, and it was a contributing factor to his overwhelming popularity (although not the greatest contributing factor—recovering economy and war patriotism were far more valuable).
Libel refers to .
the publication of slanderous or malicious statements designed to denigrate an individual’s reputation
a campaign ad designed to support a controversial candidate by offering false statements about his or her accomplishments
the fact that the government prohibits the establishment of an official state religion
the government’s policy of protecting the right of workers to strike without fear of losing their jobs
a president who no longer has a popular mandate to carry out his or her policy goals
Explanation
Libel, also known as defamation or slander, is the practice of publishing or communicating false information designed to specifically target and weaken the reputation of another group or individual.
Which headline is the the most consistent with the "yellow journalism" approach to reporting?
President Grant Exposed as Ringleader of Whiskey Ring!
United States Blocks Spanish out of Cuba!
Pearl Harbor Slowly Rebuilds from the Ashes!
Frederick Douglass Loses at Supreme Court!
Referendum 9 Passes!
Explanation
Yellow journalism focused on sensationalism- violence, romance, patriotism, and exposes of government, politics, business, and society. The four incorrect answers deal with everyday news events, despite the exclamation points at the end. "Yellow journalism" would encourage reporters to investigate any scandals regardless of their validity, and if higher officials could be connected with outrageous headlines would be all the more sensational.
Which President was the first to prominently employ radio to communicate with the American people?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry Truman
John F. Kennedy
Ronald Reagan
Woodrow Wilson
Explanation
Franklin D. Roosevelt’s "fireside chats" were deeply important and influential to the people of the United States, particularly during World War Two. It was a means for the President to communicate directly with the American people to keep them informed about the war effort and the state of the economy. Roosevelt realized the great potential for mass media in keeping in contact with the masses, and it was a contributing factor to his overwhelming popularity (although not the greatest contributing factor—recovering economy and war patriotism were far more valuable).
Libel refers to .
the publication of slanderous or malicious statements designed to denigrate an individual’s reputation
a campaign ad designed to support a controversial candidate by offering false statements about his or her accomplishments
the fact that the government prohibits the establishment of an official state religion
the government’s policy of protecting the right of workers to strike without fear of losing their jobs
a president who no longer has a popular mandate to carry out his or her policy goals
Explanation
Libel, also known as defamation or slander, is the practice of publishing or communicating false information designed to specifically target and weaken the reputation of another group or individual.
The first and most influencing group on one's political socialization is who?
The family
Peers
Teachers
Religious leaders
None of these
Explanation
As early as 5 years old, young people start to assimilate and have affective feelings on political subjects provided by their interactions with their parents and family. This process continues until they form their own political worldview.
Libel refers to .
the publication of slanderous or malicious statements designed to denigrate an individual’s reputation
a campaign ad designed to support a controversial candidate by offering false statements about his or her accomplishments
the fact that the government prohibits the establishment of an official state religion
the government’s policy of protecting the right of workers to strike without fear of losing their jobs
a president who no longer has a popular mandate to carry out his or her policy goals
Explanation
Libel, also known as defamation or slander, is the practice of publishing or communicating false information designed to specifically target and weaken the reputation of another group or individual.