Campaigns and Elections

Question 1

The Amendment protects the right of individuals and groups to petition the US government.

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A: First

Question 2

What are some of the ways lobbyists influence and pressure government bodies? Check all that apply.Supplying government officials and the public with informationProposing and helping write new lawsMeeting with legislators to try to influence their viewsVoting to pass laws in CongressFilling key staff roles for senators and representatives

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A: Supplying government officials and the public with information; B: Proposing and helping write new laws; C: Meeting with legislators to try to influence their views

Question 3

People with particular economic or political concerns often form to influence lawmakers to act on their behalf.

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C: interest groups

Question 4

Powerful and influential groups called committees finance campaigns and other political interests.

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B: political action

Question 5

cannot contribute directly to a politician’s campaign, but they can pay for advertising in support of a candidate.

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C: Super PACs

Question 6

“Dark money” is defined as contributions to political candidates and groups from

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C: People whose identities are not disclosed

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