Leaders, patrons, funding, and members makes what successful?

• political parties

• interest groups

• political efficacy

• political socialization

Private meetings, providing political information, and supplying nominations suggestions are examples of what process?

• political parties

• lobbying

• cohesiveness

• pluralism

Which of the Federalist Papers warned against factions, interest groups, and the eventual development of political parties?

• 5

• 10

• 51

• 78

What is an organized group of people who share a common goal and actively attempt to influence lawmakers?

• ideology group

• interest group

• political party

• political action committee

Which is an interest group?

• Democratic National Committee

• Committee to Restore American's Greatness

• National Riffle Association

What do interest groups do when they interact with the government?

Select all that apply.

• Vote on Legislation

• Provide money for government programs

• Help shape policies

• Gather and provide information

What is the relationship between interest groups, Congress, and the bureaucracy called?

• Iron Triangle

• Wooden Square

• Glass Ceiling

• Steel Circle

What is the purpose of lobbying?

• to increase interest group membership

• to influence the policy making process

• to select the best candidates for office

• to raise money for political campaigns

The AFL-CIO is an example of a(n) _________ which seeks to help union members

• Agricultural groups
• Labor groups
• Public-Interest groups
• Professional groups 

Which of these describes the main purpose of an interest group?

• To influence government officials on a specific issue

• To form legislative committees that study public policy

• To regulate the economy by setting federal lending rates

• To select cases for hearing in appeals courts