SS.7.C.2.10

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Why are government leaders often influenced by special interest groups?

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Special interest groups raise significant amounts of money for political campaign.

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What is the core purpose of a Political Action Committee (PAC)?

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To raise money to contribute to political campaigns.

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Which of the following is an example of the media exercising its "watchdog" role over government? A local radio talk show about uniforms in school, A televised debate between presidential campaigns, A newspaper story about the building of a new highway, A local television news report about a city councilman taking bribes

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A local television news report about a city councilman taking bribes

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Based on the government system in the U.S., which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions? Options: Watching political debates on TV, Discussing political issues at work, Collecting opinions for a yearbook, Gathering signatures for a petition

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Gathering signatures for a petition

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The table shows lobbying methods and their associated costs and time required. Which are her best options? Options: An online petition and letters to citizens, Calling citizens by phone and letters to citizens, Emailing the representatives and an online petition, Group rally event and emailing the representative

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An online petition and letters to citizens

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Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government? Options: Military officers, Elected officials, Interest Groups, Circuit Judges

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Interest Groups

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According to the table, what impact has media had on government?

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Government is less likely to respond to public concerns.

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Which question would a citizen want to ask to determine whether a lobbyist is working on behalf of the public interest?

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What organization hired the lobbyist?

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You want to get a law passed on requiring gas detectors in all houses. What type of group would you most likely organize to help reach the goal?

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Interest Group

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Who do lobbyists attempt to influence?

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lawmakers