Question 1

According to exit polls from the 2016 presidential election, which ethnic group was the most unified?

Accepted Answer

African Americans were the most unified ethnic group in the 2016 presidential election, with a significant majority voting for the Democratic candidate.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT true of media's contributions to the political socialization of Americans?

Accepted Answer

The media do play a significant role in political socialization, but they do not necessarily play a stronger role than other agents of socialization, such as family, schools, or peers.

Question 3

Whites, African Americans, Latinos, and Asian Americans hold ________ political views.

Accepted Answer

Different racial and ethnic groups in the United States often have distinct political views influenced by various factors such as historical experiences, socioeconomic status, and cultural backgrounds.

Question 4

The primary function of peers as socialization agents is to

Accepted Answer

Peers reinforce existing beliefs and attitudes by providing a sense of belonging and support.

Question 5

According to exit polls from the 2016 presidential election, which ethnic group was the most divided?

Accepted Answer

Whites were the most divided ethnic group in the 2016 presidential election, according to exit polls.

Question 6

Of the following political socialization agents, which have the greatest impact on forming political beliefs?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of the following political socialization agents, which...

Question 7

From 1956 until it ceased operation in 2012, the first- through twelfth-grade Weekly Reader student poll correctly predicted the outcome of every presidential election. What is the best explanation for this?

Accepted Answer

Children often mimic the political preferences and behaviors of their parents, which can lead to the Weekly Reader poll reflecting the broader voting trends of the adult population.

Question 8

The process by which individuals acquire their opinions is called

Accepted Answer

Political socialization is the process by which individuals acquire their political opinions, beliefs, and values, often influenced by family, education, media, and other societal factors.

Question 9

The increased awareness among Americans in the debate over building a wall between the U.S. and Mexico demonstrates the prominent role that the ________ plays in shaping Americans' views.

Accepted Answer

The president plays a prominent role in shaping public opinion on national issues, such as the debate over building a wall between the U.S. and Mexico, through policy proposals, public speeches, and media coverage.

Question 10

Which socialization agent has the first major impact on a child?

Accepted Answer

The family is the primary socialization agent and has the first major impact on a child, as it is the first group with which the child interacts and learns basic norms, values, and behaviors.

Question 11

According to the results of a 2016 Pew Research poll, which of the following best represents the percentage of Americans who had close friends who support opposing candidates?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the results of a 2016...

Question 12

The largest proportion of nonreligious Americans are

Accepted Answer

The largest proportion of nonreligious Americans tend to align with the Democratic Party, as surveys and studies have shown that Democrats generally have a higher percentage of nonreligious or secular individuals compared to Republicans and Independents.

Question 13

No matter how religious they are, ________ are likely to identify themselves as Democrats.

Accepted Answer

African Americans are more likely to identify as Democrats regardless of their level of religiosity, due to historical and socio-political factors.

Question 14

White Protestants are most likely to vote

Accepted Answer

White Protestants in the United States have historically leaned towards the Republican Party due to shared values on social and economic issues.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of women voters?

Accepted Answer

Women are generally more likely to favor Democratic candidates, not Republican, due to their stances on social issues and policies that align more closely with women's interests.

Question 16

Among white voters, those who regularly attend religious services are more likely to

Accepted Answer

White voters who regularly attend religious services tend to lean more conservative, which aligns with the Republican Party's values on social and moral issues.

Question 17

Studies indicate that children whose parents participate in civic life are ________ to do so themselves.

Accepted Answer

Children often model the behaviors of their parents, so if parents are active in civic life, their children are more likely to follow suit.

Question 18

When are children in the United States first exposed to socialization by being encouraged to believe in democracy and express patriotism?

Accepted Answer

Preschool is the first formal setting where children are exposed to socialization and encouraged to believe in democracy and express patriotism through activities like singing patriotic songs and learning about American symbols.

Question 19

Which Latino group more strongly identifies as Republican?

Accepted Answer

Cubans have historically been more likely to identify as Republican compared to other Latino groups, largely due to political factors related to U.S.-Cuba relations and the influence of Cuban exiles in the United States.

Question 20

Social scientists argue that ________ exert the strongest influence on political socialization.

Accepted Answer

Family, school, and the media are traditionally considered the primary agents of political socialization, shaping individuals' political beliefs and values from a young age.

Quiz 6: Political Socialization and Public Opinion