The speaker of which statement would be best served by joining an interest group?A."I want to run for mayor."B."I feel my vote doesn't count in this country."C."I feel Congress is not doing enough to address environmental problems."D."I strongly support Republican candidates for public office."SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Speaker 1: I would like a government job.Speaker 2: I am concerned that LGBT rights are not fully protected.Speaker 3: I have recently retired from the military.Speaker 4: I support a third-party candidate in my local election.Which speaker would most benefit from joining an interest group?A.Speaker 2B.Speaker 3C.Speaker 1D.Speaker 4SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which statement reflects a citizen's need to increase his or her civic participation?A."I always vote for my favorite political party."B."I don't feel like my representatives vote the way I want them to."C."I'd like to work for the government."D."My chosen candidates never win."

Which statement best summarizes the role of interest groups in the U.S. political process?A.They work to undermine the two-party system by promoting candidates with unconventional political beliefs.B.They attempt to influence policy makers and the public to support policies that benefit a particular industry or group.C.They investigate and report on issues related to public policy in order to keep voters informed.D.They fight to limit the influence of money over the political process by advocating changes to campaign finance laws.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Select the true statement about the role of interest groups in the American political system.a.)Interest groups cast votes in Congress on proposed legislation.b.)Interest groups limit the public's participation in democracy.c.)Interest groups research and inform policymakers about issues.d.)Interest groups direct political campaigns for candidates.

Which statement is most likely that of an informed voter?A."I know what issues are important to my community."B."I would like to volunteer more on civic issues."C."I have registered as a member of a political party."D."I always read newspapers and watch cable stations that reflect my political views."SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS