3.17 Interest Groups and Lobbying

Question 1

To which office in the federal government would the National Rifle Association submit its brief in support of super PACs in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission?

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the Supreme Court

Question 2

Which best describes why making political allies is a key strategy for lobbyists?

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It places more pressure on lawmakers to vote a certain way.

Question 3

Political action committees (PACs) are formed by

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interest groups.

Question 4

Which of these is considered a benefit of lobbying?

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Lobbying facilitates communication between the public and lawmakers.

Question 5

If super political action committees (PACs) cannot donate directly to political campaigns, how do they best support the campaigns?

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They run independent campaigns in support of candidates.

Question 6

Lobbyists are required to follow strict

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legal and ethical standards.

Question 7

political actioninterest grouppetitionindividual

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political action

Question 8

How does lobbying benefit the government?

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Lobbying helps educate and inform lawmakers.

Question 9

Federal Election CommissionFederal Communications CommissionFederal Trade CommissionFederal Maritime Commission

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Federal Election Commission

3.17 Interest Groups and Lobbying Answers

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