Interest Groups Quiz

Interest groups may be formed for what purpose?

• Only for political reasons

• Only for economic reasons

• For any reason and may represent any interest

• Solely for social activism

What is true about the permanence of interest groups?

• All interest groups are temporary

• All interest groups are permanent

• Some interest groups are permanent, while others are temporary

• The permanence of interest groups is not variable

What type of members do private membership organizations have?

• Only government officials

• Only non-profit organizations

• Individuals or businesses

• Only individuals

Who do nonmembership organizations represent?

• The general public

• Multiple businesses and individuals

• Individuals or single businesses and are not open to the general public

• International entities only

What do government organizations (or state and local interest groups—SLIGs) represent?

• International interests

• National government

• Local government

• Private sector businesses

What is the purpose of peak business organizations?

• To represent general farming interests

• To present a united front against policies harmful to businesses

• To protect trades from unfavorable regulations and policies

• To represent more specific business interests

What do members typically hold in professional associations?

• A business degree

• A professional license

• A political position

• A teaching certificate

Who regulates the scope of practice in professional associations?

• The association itself

• The state

• The federal government

• Independent agencies

What type of bargaining is not allowed for public employees in Texas?

• Collective bargaining

• Individual bargaining

• Competitive bargaining

• Cooperative bargaining

Nonmembership organizations form the largest category of what type of groups?

• Social clubs

• Interest groups

• Nonprofit organizations

• Corporate entities