Politics And GovernmentPolitical ScienceInterest Groups and Lobbying example #6119
Please enter something

Interest Groups and Lobbying example #6119

Camilla Murphy avatar Camilla Murphy
4 April 2023
5 (234 reviews)
10 test answers

Unlock all answers in this set

Unlock answers (6)
question
Which best describes how the information lobbyists provide to lawmakers is significant?
answer
Lobbyists can present information in a way that supports their clients' positions.
question
Which best describes what economic interest groups generally support?
answer
business interests
question
Why must lobbyists register with the government and report their activities annually?
answer
to provide transparency on how lobbyists and government officials interact
question
Political action committees (PACs) are formed by
answer
interest groups.
question
Which of these is considered a benefit of lobbying?
answer
Lobbying facilitates communication between the public and lawmakers.
question
Do lobbyists exert influence among all three branches of government? Why or why not?
answer
Yes, they advise on rules and legislation and file briefs with the courts.
question
Which best describes why making political allies is a key strategy for lobbyists?
answer
It places more pressure on lawmakers to vote a certain way.
question
Which of these are true of political action committees (PACs) but not of interest groups? Select all that apply.
answer
PACs provide financial support to political campaigns. PACs are regulated by the Federal Election Commission.
question
The is the governmental body that regulates political action committees (PACs).
answer
Federal Election Commission
question
A lobbyist's job includes
answer
researching and understanding issues being considered by lawmakers.