Meaning, formation, and measurement of Public Opinion - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1998

One effective way by which governments ascertain public support and reactions through

A. The press
B. Social mobilization
C. Opinion leaders
D. Elections

Question 12:

• JAMB 2000

A characteristic of public opinion is that it is

A. Positive
B. Static
C. Dynamic
D. Negative

Question 13:

• JAMB 2001

public opinion is a view that is

A. Held by the majority
B. Active in the public realm
C. Widely publicized
D. No longer a secret.

Question 14:

• JAMB 2002

One major disadvantage of public opinion is that

A. The critics of government policies are always harassed
B. A vocal minority claims to represent the majority
C. Gossip and rumours thrive
D. Leaders are unncessarily criticized.

Question 15:

• JAMB 2003

Public opinion becomes politically relevant when it

A. Criticises people in power
B. Influences the decision of government
C. Aggregates views and interests
D. Is in support of government