Question 1

Inside strategies usually involve which of the following tactics?

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A)   direct lobbying
B)   electioneering
C)   grassroots lobbying
D)   marches on Washington to protest and engage in civil disobedience
E)   attempting to influence elected officials through their constituents

Question 2

A group that can raise money for the purpose of contributing to candidates or spending on campaigns is known as a(n) :

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A)   political action committee.
B)   501(c)  organization.
C)   economic group.
D)   peak association.
E)   issue advocacy group.

Question 3

Most interest groups prefer what kinds of issues?

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A)   low-salience
B)   external
C)   high-salience
D)   referendum
E)   controversial

Question 4

You are working on a group project with three other students. The instructor has announced that everyone in the group will get the same grade. One student, Patrick, decides not to do the work and to instead rely on the rest of you to get a good grade. In this case the grade is an example of a(n)  ________, while Patrick is an example of a(n)  ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   selective incentive; lobbyist
B)   public good; free rider
C)   selective incentive; free rider
D)   public good; lobbyist
E)   solidary benefit; member

Question 5

The logic of collective action makes it clear that people will automatically form groups when they have a common interest.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the primary difference between a traditional political action committee (PAC)  and a 527 organization?

Accepted Answer

A)   There are no major differences.
B)   Unlike PACs, 527s are not subject to contribution limits and spending caps.
C)   PACs can spend money only on advertising, while 527s can only make donationsTo candidates.
D)   The money given to 527s is tax deductible, while the money given to PACs is not.
E)   PACs are not regulated by the government, while 527 groups must answer to both the Federal Election Commission and the Internal Revenue Service.

Question 7

Astroturf lobbying is sometimes effective because:

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A)   most elected officials are older and can be fooled by technology.
B)   interest groups invest huge sums of money into astroturf lobbying.
C)   educated citizens understand politics best and are the most likely to participate in astroturf lobbying.
D)   it sometimes involves large numbers of participants, forcing elected officials toPay attention.
E)   like a balanced and successful football team, it combines both an "air"And a "ground" attack.

Question 8

Even when there is a group of people who share policy goals, it is possible that there is no interest group representing them. This usually occurs because:

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A)   laws prevent interest groups from organizing.
B)   forming and maintaining a group presents numerous hurdles and obstacles.
C)   preexisting organizations will co-opt the issue to expand their membership base.
D)   the group has no financial support from large donors.
E)   political parties already represent virtually all of the interests in society.

Question 9

Explain the difference between "inside" and "outside" strategies. What factors influence the strategy that a group will choose? How do the strategies that a group chooses to follow affect its success?

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Question 10

Very few Americans, other than the rich and powerful, belong to interest groups or have groups that lobby on their behalf.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The biggest drawback for an interest group in pursuing litigation is that:

Accepted Answer

A)   litigation is often time-consuming and costly.
B)   litigation can be overturned by future court decisions.
C)   the federal court system refuses to hear cases with interest groups as participants.
D)   Americans tend to look down on groups that bring politics into the courts.
E)   few groups have access to legal expertise.

Question 12

What is one advantage of a confederal group structure?

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A)   The group can use its resources more effectively.
B)   The group can cut down on costs.
C)   The group can overcome the free rider problem more easily.
D)   The group has more influence with Congress.
E)   The group can find out what members want more easily.

Question 13

A(n)  ________ focuses on tactics used in Washington, while a(n)  ________ focuses on working outside of Washington to accomplish policy goals.

Accepted Answer

A)   inside strategy; lobbying strategy
B)   outside strategy; lobbying strategy
C)   inside strategy; outside strategy
D)   outside strategy; inside strategy
E)   lobbying strategy; outside strategy

Question 14

For a group to take advantage of grassroots lobbying, which of the following characteristics is essential?

Accepted Answer

A)   a large number of members
B)   a good media strategy
C)   a good legal team
D)   a political action committee that organizes voters
E)   a charismatic leader who can "rally the troops"

Question 15

By joining the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) , you receive travel and insurance discounts. These discounts are an example of what?

Accepted Answer

A)   solidary benefits
B)   selective incentives
C)   public goods
D)   informational benefits
E)   purposive benefits

Question 16

Reports, protests, and informal meetings are all examples of what?

Accepted Answer

A)   insider strategies
B)   pluralism
C)   collusion
D)   electioneering
E)   lobbying

Question 17

Why might we want to regulate the use of the revolving door?

Accepted Answer

A)   Too many donations to an interest group can be a sign of corruption.
B)   It is easier to lobby the executive branch because of the number of bureaucrats.
C)   Government officials might give lobbyists what they want in exchange for a future job.
D)   Centralized interest groups have an easier time lobbying because they are more efficient.
E)   Groups might find it too easy to overcome the free rider problem.

Question 18

The key to direct lobbying is to focus on:

Accepted Answer

A)   converting opponents into supporters.
B)   undecided legislators.
C)   legislators who already share the group's policy goals.
D)   legislators who are willing to accept campaign contributions.
E)   legislators who are ambitious and seek higher office in the future.

Question 19

How do interest groups and political parties influence government policy?

Accepted Answer

A)   Interest groups have direct influence, while political parties have indirect influence.
B)   Interest groups have indirect influence, while political parties have direct influence.
C)   Both interest groups and political parties have direct influence.
D)   Neither interest groups nor political parties have direct influence.
E)   Interest groups are not allowed to influence the government by law.

Question 20

The authors of the textbook conclude that, in the main, interest groups:

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A)   simply reflect the conflictual nature of American politics.
B)   are a new political force never envisioned by the Founders.
C)   have done serious harm to American elections and government.
D)   allow large groups to dominate small groups, creating representational distortion.
E)   only represent the rich and powerful.

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Most interest groups prefer what kinds of issues?

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For a group to take advantage of grassroots lobbying, which of the following characteristics is essential?

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Astroturf lobbying is sometimes effective because:

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What is the primary difference between a traditional political action committee (PAC) and a 527 organization?

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A group that can raise money for the purpose of contributing to candidates or spending on campaigns is known as a(n) :

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Very few Americans, other than the rich and powerful, belong to interest groups or have groups that lobby on their behalf.

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Inside strategies usually involve which of the following tactics?

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The logic of collective action makes it clear that people will automatically form groups when they have a common interest.

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What is one advantage of a confederal group structure?

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