University:
Amherst College
Course:
POSC 219 | Introduction to American Politics
Academic year:

2022
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113

Pages:

1
Author:

Carissa Thomas

True/False 1. A defining characteristic of any interest group is that it exists to promote a single specific policy in a particular political arena. a. True b. False 2. “Pluralists” believe that the actions of interest groups in general have a strongly positive impact on society. a. True b. False 3. Purposive incentives to group membership are based on the opportunity to participate in a cause in which one believes. a. True b. False 4. The free-rider problem presents problems in attracting members to economic interest groups. a. True b. False 5. Grassroots lobbying efforts by companies failed to alter the 2000 legislation that resulted in the permanent normalization of trade relations with China. a. True b. False 6. In comparison with citizens’ groups, economic groups have an easier time gathering the resources necessary for organized political activity. a. True b. False 7. As interest groups have increasingly resorted to legal action, they have often found themselves facing one another in court. a. True b. False 8. An issue network is a stable set of bureaucrats, legislators, and lobbyists who are concerned with policies beneficial to their common goal. a. True b. False 9. The great bulk of PAC funding is given to incumbents seeking re-election. a. True b. False 10. An interest group seeking favorable coverage by the news media is engaging in outside lobbying. a. True b. False

Chapter 9 Interest Groups Exam True False

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