Interest Groups Quiz

What is one of the main roles of interest groups?

• To nominate candidates for elections

• To influence public policy

• To win elections

• To create laws

Which amendment protects interest groups?

• 2nd Amendment

• 5th Amendment

• 1st Amendment

• 10th Amendment

What do interest groups NOT do, unlike political parties?

• Influence public policy

• Nominate candidates

• Raise awareness of issues

• Check on public officials

What is one way interest groups can affect government?

• By creating laws

• By winning elections

• By influencing public policy

• By nominating candidates

Interest groups are involved at what level of government?

• Only federal

• Only state

• Every level

• Only local

What do interest groups try to influence?

• Judicial decisions

• Public policy

• Election outcomes

• Legislative appointments

Which type of economic interest group protects the interests of workers?

• Business groups

• Labor unions

• Agricultural interest groups

• Professional associations

The American Civil Liberties Union is an example of what type of interest group?

• Business group

• Labor union

• Public-interest group

• Professional association

What is the purpose of public-interest groups?

• To protect business interests

• To protect worker interests

• To benefit all citizens

• To represent professionals

Where is the main place public policy is formed in the federal government?

• The White House

• The Supreme Court

• Congressional Committees

• The Pentagon