The Internet Has Had a Major Effect on Political Information

question 90

Multiple Choice

The Internet has had a major effect on political information in that it has:

• A) improved the accuracy of political information available to people
• B) made it easier for people to get information that previously was difficult to obtain
• C) made people more interested in and aware of politics than at any other time in history
• D) made people less trusting of government because politicians now have a more difficult time deceiving the public
• E) improved people's tolerance of differing opinions because the Internet exposes people to multiple sides and positions on an issue of controversy

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Definitions:

Person Acclimated

An individual who has become accustomed or adapted to a new environment, situation, or set of conditions.

Vocal Member

An individual within a group who is more outspoken or active in expressing opinions and influencing group dynamics.

Averaging

The mathematical process of finding the central or typical value of a set of numbers by dividing the sum of all values by the number of values.

Rule By An Individual

A governance or leadership style where a single person holds complete control and authority over decision-making.