Question

question 12 (multiple choice worth 5 points)
(03.02r mc)

jen is concerned about the seemingly growing number of people without housing in her city. increasing rents have led to a dramatic rise in evictions and families living out of their car or on the streets. she has a simple idea to help. which action should jen take if she wants local leaders to consider her proposal?

• post the idea on social media.
• discuss the idea with her online teacher.
• present the idea at the next city council meeting.
• email her governor about the problem and her idea.

Explanation:

Identify the goal

The student wants to find the most effective action for Jen to get local leaders to consider her proposal regarding local housing issues.

Evaluate the options

Using the Civic Action Strategies knowledge point

• Posting on social media raises general awareness but does not guarantee direct communication with local decision-makers.
• Discussing with an online teacher is educational but does not reach local policymakers.
• Presenting at a city council meeting directly targets local municipal leaders who handle local housing and zoning issues.
• Emailing the governor targets state-level leadership rather than local leaders.

Select the best action

Presenting the idea at the next city council meeting is the most direct and effective way to reach local leaders.

Answer:

• Post the idea on social media.
• Discuss the idea with her online teacher.
• Present the idea at the next city council meeting. (Correct answer)
• Email her governor about the problem and her idea.