What do lobbyists believe is the most effective way to influence lawmakers?
a. Providing good information and analysis
b. Donating money
c. Grassroots lobbying
d. Hosting social events
a. Providing good information and analysis
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Four students are running for class president. Marvin proposes a system where representatives from various groups meet regularly with class leaders to keep them aware of student desires. Shelby wants to have student government that is guided by a small group of the highest academic achievers. Lana suggests less student government altogether, allowing faculty to make the important policy decisions. Wayne supports student government that places more restrictions on students, particularly how they dress. Which candidate reflects the pluralist theory of government?
a. Shelby b. Wayne c. Marvin d. Lana
The British government wanted the American colonies to
A) develop extensive shipping and building industries. B) serve as a captive market for British manufacturers. C) elect representatives to Parliament on a biennial basis. D) all of the above. E) substantially ignore the King.
Politically, reporters and journalists for national news organizations tend to be more __________ than the average American
a. verbose b. patriotic c. liberal d. conservative
Which of the following statements about the third party system is LEAST accurate?
A. The political violence and corruption of the era were accompanied by extraordinarily high rates of voter turnout. B. Parties used patronage-the promise of employment in return for voting the right way-to bring voters to the polls. C. The period was marked by wild economic fluctuations that encouraged widespread popular discontent. D. The Democratic Party controlled Congress and the presidency during most of this period. E. Local politics were controlled by political machines, which traded services for voter support.