QCM : Media Democracy and Public Opinion — 4 questions

Explication

The source defines media in a democracy as free and pluralistic, while also being regulated by law and the CSA. Review: Types and control of media in democracy. Course evidence: "In a democracy, media are free and pluralistic, but they are also regulated by law and the CSA."

Explication

The source explicitly says that media can act as a counter-power when they enable debate. The other options describe different media principles or rights, not this specific effect. Review: Pluralism and ethical standards of media in democratic societies. Course evidence: "Media can act as a counter-power by enabling debate."

Explication

The source states that social networks can influence opinion, but they do not replace public debate. The other options contradict that relationship or add unsupported limits. Review: Challenges of misinformation and fake news amplified by social networks. Course evidence: "Social networks do not replace public debate, even when they influence opinion."

Explication

The source defines opinion polls as surveys widely used in politics that do not always make it possible to predict election results. The other options describe related but different concepts. Review: Characteristics and limitations of political opinion polls. Course evidence: "Opinion polls: surveys widely used in politics that do not always make it possible to predict election results."