Question 1

Interest groups often employ _____________________ as lobbyists in order to gain access to those in Texas government.

Accepted Answer

A)  retired sports stars 
B)  political science majors 
C)  Republican campaign consultants 
D)  former legislators and government officials 
A)  retired sports stars 
B)  political science majors 
C)  Republican campaign consultants 
D)  former legislators and government officials

Question 2

EMILY's List is a national PAC that is funded by women and focuses on raising money for women candidates at which part of the campaign cycle?

Accepted Answer

A)  the early part of the campaign cycle 
B)  the end of the campaign cycle 
C)  the middle of the campaign cycle 
D)  throughout the whole campaign cycle 
A)  the early part of the campaign cycle 
B)  the end of the campaign cycle 
C)  the middle of the campaign cycle 
D)  throughout the whole campaign cycle

Question 3

By forming a political action committee (PAC), the interest group can show a candidate that

Accepted Answer

A)  it has a strategy to maximize Astroturf lobbying to its fullest extent. 
B)  it is prepared to give incidentals to the most deserving incumbent. 
C)  its members care very deeply about an issue and are willing to donate money to support the group's position on the issue. 
D)  it has a better strategy to write legislation than the member of the legislature. 
A)  it has a strategy to maximize Astroturf lobbying to its fullest extent. 
B)  it is prepared to give incidentals to the most deserving incumbent. 
C)  its members care very deeply about an issue and are willing to donate money to support the group's position on the issue. 
D)  it has a better strategy to write legislation than the member of the legislature.

Question 4

Compared to the national average, Texans tend to rank ______________ on measures that are related to civic engagement.

Accepted Answer

A)  in the top 5 percent 
B)  near the bottom 
C)  in the upper 25 percent 
D)  in the middle 
A)  in the top 5 percent 
B)  near the bottom 
C)  in the upper 25 percent 
D)  in the middle

Question 5

Texans tend to be more politically involved than the national average.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The influence on the political system that business leaders gain through lobbying fundraising can be viewed as part of the traditionalistic-individualistic political culture that is dominant in Texas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Texas has ________ laws dealing with lobbying by former government officials.

Accepted Answer

A)  no 
B)  numerous 
C)  weak 
D)  strong 
A)  no 
B)  numerous 
C)  weak 
D)  strong

Question 8

Which of the following groups have had notable political success by litigating in federal courts?

Accepted Answer

A)  professional groups 
B)  public employee interest groups 
C)  civil rights groups 
D)  chemical company lobbyists 
A)  professional groups 
B)  public employee interest groups 
C)  civil rights groups 
D)  chemical company lobbyists

Question 9

In Texas, teachers make up an important public employee interest group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

EMILY's List is a national political action committee that provides campaign contributions to female candidates only during the 30 days immediately before the election.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Interest groups typically have more time, money, and expertise to offer politicians than do average citizens.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A private group that raises and distributes funds for use in election campaigns is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  interest group. 
B)  political action committee. 
C)  campaign revenue association. 
D)  advocacy association. 
A)  interest group. 
B)  political action committee. 
C)  campaign revenue association. 
D)  advocacy association.

Question 13

It is vital for lobbyists to gain access to politicians and policymakers. Describe some of the ways in which interest groups and their representatives gain access in Texas politics. What are some of the potential abuses of this process?

Accepted Answer

a. Types of access: Gifts, entertainment

Question 14

As in the U.S. Congress, most campaign contributions in Texas go to

Accepted Answer

A)  incumbents. 
B)  supporters of environmental interests. 
C)  Democrats. 
D)  political parties. 
A)  incumbents. 
B)  supporters of environmental interests. 
C)  Democrats. 
D)  political parties.

Question 15

Interest groups offer incentives to join, such as selective benefits, to overcome the free rider problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is/are employed to express the values of interest groups?

Accepted Answer

A)  pressure group 
B)  lobbyists 
C)  executive appointees 
D)  legislative assistants 
A)  pressure group 
B)  lobbyists 
C)  executive appointees 
D)  legislative assistants

Question 17

Explain the revolving door and the Texas legislature. Should former legislators be able to become lobbyists? Should there be a ban on such activities? If so, should there be laws in place that will determine the time period of this kind of ban? Do you see any long-term dangers to permitting former legislators to serve as lobbyists?

Accepted Answer

a. Revolving door: A lobbyist who is a f

Question 18

What resource(s) are interest groups able to use to influence politics?

Accepted Answer

A)  members 
B)  ability to raise money 
C)  credibility 
D)  All of these are correct. 
A)  members 
B)  ability to raise money 
C)  credibility 
D)  All of these are correct.

Question 19

A lobbyist is an individual employed by a political action committee who tries to influence governmental decisions on behalf of that group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Describe some of the different types of interest groups operating in Texas. Which ones have been the most influential? What are some interests that have been underrepresented in Texas?

Accepted Answer

a. Types of interest groups: Economic in

Interest groups often employ _____________________ as lobbyists in order to gain access to those in Texas government.

EMILY's List is a national PAC that is funded by women and focuses on raising money for women candidates at which part of the campaign cycle?

By forming a political action committee (PAC), the interest group can show a candidate that

Compared to the national average, Texans tend to rank ______________ on measures that are related to civic engagement.

Texans tend to be more politically involved than the national average.

The influence on the political system that business leaders gain through lobbying fundraising can be viewed as part of the traditionalistic-individualistic political culture that is dominant in Texas.

Texas has ________ laws dealing with lobbying by former government officials.

Which of the following groups have had notable political success by litigating in federal courts?

In Texas, teachers make up an important public employee interest group.

EMILY's List is a national political action committee that provides campaign contributions to female candidates only during the 30 days immediately before the election.

Interest groups typically have more time, money, and expertise to offer politicians than do average citizens.

A private group that raises and distributes funds for use in election campaigns is called a(n)

It is vital for lobbyists to gain access to politicians and policymakers. Describe some of the ways in which interest groups and their representatives gain access in Texas politics. What are some of the potential abuses of this process?

As in the U.S. Congress, most campaign contributions in Texas go to

Interest groups offer incentives to join, such as selective benefits, to overcome the free rider problem.

Which of the following is/are employed to express the values of interest groups?

What resource(s) are interest groups able to use to influence politics?

A lobbyist is an individual employed by a political action committee who tries to influence governmental decisions on behalf of that group.

Describe some of the different types of interest groups operating in Texas. Which ones have been the most influential? What are some interests that have been underrepresented in Texas?

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Exam 6: Interest Groups and Lobbying

Interest groups often employ _____________________ as lobbyists in order to gain access to those in Texas government.

EMILY's List is a national PAC that is funded by women and focuses on raising money for women candidates at which part of the campaign cycle?

By forming a political action committee (PAC), the interest group can show a candidate that

Compared to the national average, Texans tend to rank ______________ on measures that are related to civic engagement.

Texans tend to be more politically involved than the national average.

The influence on the political system that business leaders gain through lobbying fundraising can be viewed as part of the traditionalistic-individualistic political culture that is dominant in Texas.

Texas has ________ laws dealing with lobbying by former government officials.

Which of the following groups have had notable political success by litigating in federal courts?

In Texas, teachers make up an important public employee interest group.

EMILY's List is a national political action committee that provides campaign contributions to female candidates only during the 30 days immediately before the election.

Interest groups typically have more time, money, and expertise to offer politicians than do average citizens.

A private group that raises and distributes funds for use in election campaigns is called a(n)

It is vital for lobbyists to gain access to politicians and policymakers. Describe some of the ways in which interest groups and their representatives gain access in Texas politics. What are some of the potential abuses of this process?

As in the U.S. Congress, most campaign contributions in Texas go to

Interest groups offer incentives to join, such as selective benefits, to overcome the free rider problem.

Which of the following is/are employed to express the values of interest groups?

What resource(s) are interest groups able to use to influence politics?

A lobbyist is an individual employed by a political action committee who tries to influence governmental decisions on behalf of that group.

Describe some of the different types of interest groups operating in Texas. Which ones have been the most influential? What are some interests that have been underrepresented in Texas?

The Political Culture, People, and Economy of Texas

The Texas Constitution

Texas in the Federal System

Political Parties

Campaigns and Elections

The Legislature

The Executive Branch

The Judiciary

Local Government

Public Finance

Public Policy

Crime and Corrections Policy

Building the Future: Public Policies for a Changing Texas

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