The term collective action refers to
a. a riot.
b. a primary election.
c. a petition drive.
d. the political action of individuals who unite to influence policy.
e. the political action of a single person.
Question -2-The McCain-Feingold Act of 2002
a. regulated the campaign work of interest groups.
b. regulated the campaign work of political parties.
c. ended the use of soft money and limited the use of issue ads.
d. None of the above.
e. All of the above.
Question -3-The organizational ease with which groups form in the United States is generally attributable to its
a. democratic culture.
b. lack of opportunities for disadvantaged persons.
c. division between classes.
d. sympathy for the underclass.
e. undemocratic culture.
Question -4-Which of the following best explains why the number of interest groups has proliferated?
a. The government now plays a greater role in our lives.
b. People now watch more television.
c. Congress now has a longer schedule.
d. The president no longer has use of the line item veto.
e. Voting is too time consuming.
Question -5-What instrument has facilitated the formation of interest groups?
a. Internet
b. Television
c. Radio
d. News coverage
e. Cell phones
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