Assignment
Directions:
1. Choose two of the following
2. Your answers should make use of the relevant literature discussed in class. You may also use any outside literature that you have come across while working on your class research paper.
3. You should be sure to use in-text citation and include a works cited list for each answer. Please be sure to use proper citation formatting.
4. Each answer should be between 600-800 words. Please provide a word count for each answer.
5. Answers should be typed, printed, and stapled. Emailed exams will not be accepted.
Question Options:
1. What is public opinion? What is the role of public opinion in a democratic society?
2. Does group identity (race, gender, party, cohort, etc.) impact individual opinion? Why or why not
3. What are the three types of political knowledge? Explain how each measures a different conceptualization of political knowledge. Finally, explain why political knowledge is important.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.