The Term Straw Poll, an Analogy for Finding Out What

question 25

Multiple Choice

The term straw poll, an analogy for finding out what public opinion is, refers to ______.

• A) political parties choosing candidates when delegates drop straws in a box as they vote for one candidate or another
• B) tossing straws in the air to see which way the wind is blowing
• C) sipping a drink through a straw to get the flavor of the drink
• D) drawing straws to see who wins or loses

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Definitions:

Humanitarian Approach

An approach that emphasizes the welfare and dignity of people, typically used in contexts of aid and development to alleviate suffering and promote human rights.

Mental Hospitals

Healthcare facilities specializing in the care and treatment of patients with psychiatric disorders.

Philippe Pinel

A French physician who was a pioneer in the treatment of mental illness, advocating for more humane psychological approaches rather than confinement and chains.

Witchcraft

The practice of magical skills, spells, and abilities, often associated with the exercise of supernatural powers.