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What is the main difference between the adoption rate of the Internet and the spread of old media?

Internet adoption rates have been faster than the spread of old media. (correct)

Internet adoption rates and old media spread at the same pace.

Old media spread faster than Internet adoption rates.

Old media adoption is higher than Internet adoption.

How do Americans today primarily use online news according to the text?

As a replacement for all other news sources.

Rarely, only in special circumstances.

Exclusively, preferring it over all other forms of news.

As a supplement to other news platforms. (correct)

What is the stance on whether Internet access should be considered a fundamental human right in some countries like Estonia and Finland?

It is considered a fundamental human right in those countries. (correct)

It is not considered a fundamental human right in those countries.

Only certain groups are granted internet access as a fundamental right.

There are mixed views on this topic in those countries.

What is one of the optimistic views regarding the impact of online news on democracy mentioned in the text?

Enhances news consumption and participation in the political process. Signup and view all the answers

What is one concern mentioned in the text regarding online news and civic engagement?

Internet use leads to decreased involvement in social activities. Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible consequence of information overload for citizens?

Increased partisan polarization. Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of an 'attentive public' as described in the text?

Expressing greater interest in specific policy issues. Signup and view all the answers

How does social media impact protests according to the text?

It allows protestors to attract global audience and sympathy. Signup and view all the answers

What role did 'smart mobs' play in the 2008 Obama campaign as discussed in the text?

Facilitated fundraising for the campaign. Signup and view all the answers

What impact did Fox News have on conservatives and Republicans in terms of news coverage?

Provided coverage that aligned with their beliefs across all subjects. Signup and view all the answers