Explain how a demagogue rallies popular support or sway mass opinion. Give an example
What will be an ideal response?
Demagogues exploit the fears of the masses by tapping into volatile or controversial public issues such as immigration. Rather than putting forth reasoned, logical arguments in support of a particular position, demagogues focus on feelings and emotion. Often these are people with access to the media such as the proliferation of many modern day cable news network talk show hosts.
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a. true b. false
There is a general consensus among researchers that people tend to marry those whose needs complement their own
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is an example of uncritical thinking?
A) wearing a crystal to ward off sickness B) basing a major decision on a tarot card reading C) donning a magnetic bracelet to improve balance D) All of the above
In the early United States, _____ voted
a. everyone b. all men c. all white men d. all white men who owned property