Question

Who among the following exhibits political thinking when deciding to vote for Adia, a black candidate nominated for an upcoming election?
Multiple Choice

Mark, who decides to vote for Adia because television channels predict that she is most likely to win the elections based on the results of opinion polls


Lorna, who decides to vote for Adia after listening to her speech because she thinks Adia is capable of bringing about positive changes in society


Liam, who decides to vote for Adia because the rest of his family is voting for her


Mia, who decides to vote for Adia because Adia is the only female candidate to be nominated


Martha, who decides to vote for Adia because Martha is also African American

Answer 1

Lorna is the best answer.

Answer 2

The correct answer is B) Lorna, who decides to vote for Adia after listening to her speech because she thinks Adia is capable of bringing about positive changes in society.

The student that exhibits political thinking when deciding to vote for Adia, a black candidate nominated for an upcoming election is Lorna, who decides to vote for Adia after listening to her speech because she thinks Adia is capable of bringing about positive changes in society.

Political thinking is the structured way of considering information to decide about a political situation based on facts, context, history, and possibilities to impact society.  Citizens must be aware that they need to be informed about the political situation in their community, the problems that affect them, possible solutions, and the people who can be the best politicians. If they don't they are not able to make informed decisions. That is why Lorna is exhibiting political thinking.