11.4 Interest Groups

Multiple Select

What are some benefits for individuals to join interest groups? (Choose 2)

• monetary benefits

• material benefits

• informational benefits

Multiple Select

Which of the following scenarios are examples of interest groups lobbying? Choose the 2 correct answers

• Animal rights organizations email legislators to push for laws that protect animals from cruelty.

• Congresspeople talk to the president about a new bill for defense spending.

• The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency implemented new regulations about the amount of carbon that factories can produce.

• Teachers' unions and parent groups hold events to discuss increased education funding and invite local legislators.

Multiple Choice

Lobbying is an example of how _________ can influence the government.

• Individuals

• Interest Groups

• Media

Multiple Choice

According to the graphic, what can Interest Groups (lobbyists) offer Congress (legislators) in order to get their policy initiatives met?

• funding

• oversight

• low regulations

• electoral support