Think of a popular news topic and suggest how a news outlet might affect an audience's understanding of it through framing and priming.

Some people claim that the media increasingly peddle ideologically biased political news. If this is true, which of the following necessary conditions for popular sovereignty is jeopardized?

a. that government policies reflect the wishes of the people b. that government leaders are selected in competitive elections c. that elections are free and fair d. that high-quality information is available

According to your book, graduating high school seniors, on average, will have spent more time watching television than _______

a. sleeping b. all other media combined c. any other cohort group d. going to school