BBC Bitesize Pressure Groups Quiz

What is the main goal of pressure groups?

• To hold power for themselves

• To influence political decision making

• To become political parties

• To elect MPs

What do pressure groups aim to do with decision makers?

• Replace them

• Persuade them

• Fund them

• Ignore them

What are 'cause or promotional' groups?

• Groups that are only open to certain individuals like trade union members

• Groups with close links to the government that give advice on legislation

• Groups that have open membership from the public and promote a cause

• Groups that take action which the government disapproves of

What is a characteristic of 'interest or sectional' groups?

• They are open to anyone who wishes to join

• They are regularly consulted on policy by the government

• They are only open to certain individuals, like members of a trade union

• They often engage in civil disobedience

Which of the following is an example of an 'insider group' in Scotland?

• Extinction Rebellion

• Shelter Scotland

• British Medical Association

• Confederation of British Industry (CBI)

What is a common action taken by 'outsider groups'?

• They give advice on legislation

• They engage in civil disobedience or direct action

• They have open membership for public promotion

• They are only open to certain professionals

Which group is mentioned as an example of an 'outsider' pressure group?

• Confederation of British Industry (CBI)

• British Medical Association

• Shelter Scotland

• Extinction Rebellion