MEDIA BASICS
What is media?
Sources of information (news, social media, TV)
What is an interest group?
A group that tries to influence government
What is bias?
Favoring one side
What amendment protects the press?
1st Amendment
What is one way social media spreads information?
Quickly/virally
What is public opinion?
What people think about issues or government
What is lobbying?
Trying to influence lawmakers
Give one example of media bias
Word choice, framing, omission
What is censorship?
Government limiting information
What is misinformation?
False or misleading info
How does media influence elections?
It informs voters and shapes opinions
How do interest groups use media?
Ads, campaigns, messaging, etc.
Why is bias important to recognize?
It affects understanding
What was the Pentagon Papers case about?
Government trying to stop newspapers
How can social media influence opinions?
Repetition, trends, exposure
What is the public agenda?
Issues people think are important
Name one issue interest groups might focus on
(Answers vary: environment, education, etc.)
What is credibility?
How trustworthy a source is
Who should the press serve?
The people (not the government)
What is one risk of social media?
Fake news, bias, echo chambers
Why is media important in a democracy?
Keeps citizens informed and involved
Why can interest groups be powerful?
Money, organization, influence
How can two sources report the same story differently?
Different perspectives or bias
When might the government limit the press?
National security (debate answer)
Why do people trust social media?
Accessibility, familiarity (discussion)