Special Interest Groups Reading

Special Interest Groups Reading

12th Grade

7 Qs

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Special Interest Groups Reading

Special Interest Groups Reading

Assessment

Passage

Social Studies

12th Grade

Easy

Created by

David Forbes

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do special interest groups play in shaping public policy?

They advocate for the rights of other politicians and government officials.

Promoting economic growth and development

Influencing government decisions, help marginalized communities, and provide a platform for public action.

Providing social services to underserved populations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is lobbying?

A process of electing government officials

A process of influencing government decisions

A process of impeaching government officials

A process of removing government officials from power

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of Political Action Committees (PACs)?

To raise funds for charitable organizations

To support political candidates who align with their interests

To promote environmental conservation

To provide healthcare services to the underprivileged

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

VOCABUBLARY: In the fourth paragraph, the author referred to the term "polarization". Using the context of that paragraph, which of the following BEST represents the definition of that word.

To be ambivalent or uncaring of other belief systems.

To be divided or contrasting on belief systems.

To be unified or connected in belief systems.

To be unknowing or unaware of other belief systems.

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Summarize the concerns voters and citizens have with lobbying in at least two sentences.

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OFF

6.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Briefly explain HOW negative campaigning from PACs can impact voter decisions. (Answer in at least TWO complete sentences)

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7.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In your own words, discuss some potential positive and negative impacts of special interest groups on society? (At least two sentences)

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OFF