WAEC Government 2016 Theory question 105

Theory question 105

Public Opinion and Mass Media

Identify any five roles performed by the Mass Media in nation building.

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Model answer

Any five:
1. Informing the public on government policies and events.
2. Educating citizens politically.
3. Promoting national unity and integration.
4. Shaping and expressing public opinion.
5. Watchdog: exposing corruption and abuse.
6. Link between government and people.
7. Mobilising people for development programmes.
8. Promoting culture and national values.
9. Entertainment; advertising that supports the economy.

Explanation

Relate each role to building a united nation.