Questions and Answers
Which of the following is not an agent of political socialization? (Select one)
How are most attitudes formed? (Select one)
________ political content is given by a media source that lets the reader or viewer know upfront there is a political bias or position. (Select one)
The Bradley effect occurs when people ________. (Select one)
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Which of the following is not part of a scientific poll design? (Select one)
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A poll states that Hillary Clinton will receive 43 percent of the vote. There is an 8 percent margin of error. What do you think of the poll? (Select one)
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Why are social policies controversial? (Select one)
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Which factor affects congressional approval ratings the most? (Select one)
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Which institution has the highest average public approval ratings? (Select one)
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How do polls affect presidential elections? (Select one)
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Which body of government is least susceptible to public opinion polls? (Select one)
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Presidential approval ratings ________ over a president's term of office. (Select one)
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Study Notes
Political Socialization
- Agents of political socialization include family members, religious leaders, and teachers, while U.S. senators are not considered an agent.
- Attitudes are primarily formed in childhood, influenced by early experiences.
Political Media Content
- Overt political content is characterized by upfront acknowledgment of political bias.
- The Bradley effect refers to individuals indicating they will vote against a candidate due to racial prejudice.
Polling Design and Interpretation
- A leading question is not a component of scientific poll design.
- A poll indicating Hillary Clinton receiving 43% of the vote, with an 8% margin of error, is deemed non-representative, indicating the margin is too high.
Social Policies and Controversies
- Social policies spark controversy because they necessitate balancing the rights and liberties of various groups.
Congressional Approval Ratings
- Domestic events significantly influence congressional approval ratings more than foreign occurrences, presidential actions, or Supreme Court actions.
Public Approval Ratings
- The Supreme Court enjoys the highest average public approval ratings compared to the presidency, U.S. House of Representatives, and U.S. Senate.
Impact of Polls on Elections
- Polls play a key role in identifying leading candidates, prompting media engagement with these front-runners.
Susceptibility to Public Opinion
- The U.S. Supreme Court is the least influenced by public opinion polls among government bodies, including the president and both houses of Congress.
Presidential Approval Trends
- Presidential approval ratings tend to decline over the duration of a president's term in office.
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Test your knowledge on the agents of political socialization and how attitudes are formed with these flashcards. This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter 6, focusing on the influence of family, education, and experiences on political opinions.
