When the media uncovers public wrongdoing and brings that wrongdoing to the public's attention, it is engaged in which role of the media?
A. Entertaining the public
B. Socializing new generations
C. Providing a political forum
D. Making profits
E. Setting the public agenda
Answer: E
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a. The federal government and the people b. The states and the federal government c. The states and the people d. Only the federal government
Which of the following statements is true of energy sources in the United States?
A) U.S. oil production, which rose sharply after 1985, began to decline again in 2009. B) Low natural gas prices plus new air-pollution regulations have made coal uncompetitive as a source of electricity. C) The United States is not in favor of using nuclear energy as it releases greenhouse gases. D) The Obama administration approved the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline along the U.S. Gulf Coast. E) Imports of natural gas are cost-effective as natural gas can be transported by ship efficiently.
Where do most PAC contributions come from?
a. business groups and trade associations b. citizens' groups c. women's groups d. unions e. individuals
Which of the following is considered to be a Sunni Muslim?
a. represent the minority group of Muslims b. believe that Abu Bakr was the rightful successor to the Prophet Muhammad c. follow a more literal interpretation of the Quran d. think that Ali was the true successor to the Prophet Muhammad