True False Quiz

Choose the best answer:


1	A defining characteristic of any interest group is that it exists to promote a single specific policy in a particular political arena.
		A)	True
		B)	False


2	"Pluralists" believe that the actions of interest groups in general have a strongly positive impact on society.
		A)	True
		B)	False


3	Purposive incentives to group membership are based on the opportunity to participate in a cause in which one believes.
		A)	True
		B)	False


4	The free-rider problem presents problems in attracting members to economic interest groups.
		A)	True
		B)	False


5	The dominant interest group for labor is the AFL-CIO.
		A)	True
		B)	False


6	In comparison with citizens' groups, economic groups have an easier time gathering resources necessary for organized political activity.
		A)	True
		B)	False


7	Lobbyists rely primarily on members o f Congress who share their views.
		A)	True
		B)	False


8	An issue network is a stable set of bureaucrats, legislators and lobbyists who are concerned with policies beneficial to their common goal.
		A)	True
		B)	False


9	The great bulk of PAC funding is given to incumbents seeking re-election.
		A)	True
		B)	False


10	An interest group seeking favorable coverage by the news media is engaging in outside lobbying.
		A)	True
		B)	False

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