GOVT 2306: CH 06 Quiz

What is the "free rider problem"?

Individuals have an incentive not to take direct action if they can benefit without making any direct contribution.

In what ways are interest groups more effective than private citizens in influencing policy makers?

Interest groups can provide their knowledge and expertise on issues to policy makers.

Which of the following statements about lobbyists in Texas is most accurate?

Lobbyists may engage with legislators but are required to register with the state.

Why would a PAC donate money to both candidates running for the same office?

The PAC wants to make sure that it has a positive relationship with whomever wins the election.

What happens when an interest group "captures" a government agency?

The agency primarily serves the objectives of the interest group.

Which type of interest groups often use litigation to represent the interests of their members?

civil rights interest groups

Interest groups form to

influence government to adopt policies favored by the group's membership.

The "revolving door" is used to describe which of the following?

interest groups' practice of hiring former legislators and government officials as lobbyists

Which of the following is an example of a selective benefit provided by an interest group?

inviting donors to special conferences

Dark money

is a form of political money whereby donors can remain anonymous.

Which of the following features are most important to an interest group that seeks to be influential and effective?

large membership and ample funding

Individuals who are employed by interest groups to try to influence government policies are called

lobbyists.

Lobbying by a former governor, former lieutenant governor, former legislator, or former aides to these officials is

not subject to any legal restrictions.

A group is formed to address environmental concerns in Texas, and it competes among other groups to influence policy. This reflects the democratic idea of a(n)

pluralistic society.

Trial lawyers are which type of interest group?

professional

Public interest groups

promote consumer, environmental, and general public issues.

When PACs engage in issue advocacy, they

spend money, such as funds for television advertisements, on a campaign issue but do not coordinate these activities with the candidate.

Interest groups tend to give the majority of their money to

the incumbent candidate.

Campaign contributions from interest groups are

used for expenses associated with holding office.

How important is it for lobbyists to provide information to lawmakers?

very important, as lobbyists have expertise on issues to offer members of the legislature