05.6 - Interest Groups Influencing Policy Making

What is the term used to describe the multitude of views in the political system?

• Pluralism

• Monopoly

• Isolationism

• Unilateralism

What did Madison argue in Federalist No. 10 regarding the branches of government?

• They should be combined into one branch.

• They would prevent the domination of factions.

• They should have no influence on interest groups.

• They should be controlled by the president.

What does the term "lobbying" refer to in the context of government?

• Voting in elections.

• Applying pressure to influence government decisions.

• Running for political office.

• Writing laws for Congress.

What is one benefit of interest groups in a democratic society?

• They decrease public participation.

• They ensure only one viewpoint is heard.

• They increase democratic participation.

• They prevent any changes in policy.

What is hyperpluralism?

• A situation where interest groups work together harmoniously

• A phenomenon where multiple competing interest groups cause gridlock

• A system where government controls all interest groups

• A method of resolving conflicts between interest groups

What is the free-rider problem?

• When all members of a group contribute equally

• When some members benefit without contributing

• When a group has too many resources

• When a group fails to achieve its goals

What is an iron triangle?

• A relationship between two interest groups

• A bond among an agency, a congressional committee, and an interest group

• A conflict between government agencies

• A type of political campaign strategy

Which of the following is an example of an iron triangle?

• AARP, Subcommittee on Aging, Social Security Administration

• Environmental groups, local businesses, city council

• Labor unions, state government, educational institutions

• Health organizations, federal agencies, private hospitals

What are issue networks?

• Long-term alliances with stable relationships

• Collectives with similar goals supporting a specific issue

• Groups that never have differing opinions

• Permanent organizations with fixed agendas

What is a common technique used by interest groups to exert influence?

• Hosting social events

• Direct lobbying of legislators

• Organizing sports events

• Publishing novels