SS.7.C.2.10

SS.7.C.2.10

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Social Studies

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why are government leaders often influenced by special interest groups?

Back

Special interest groups raise significant amounts of money for political campaign.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the core purpose of a Political Action Committee (PAC)?

Back

To raise money to contribute to political campaigns.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is an example of the media exercising its "watchdog" role over government? A local radio talk show about uniforms in school, A televised debate between presidential campaigns, A newspaper story about the building of a new highway, A local television news report about a city councilman taking bribes

Back

A local television news report about a city councilman taking bribes

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Based on the government system in the U.S., which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions? Options: Watching political debates on TV, Discussing political issues at work, Collecting opinions for a yearbook, Gathering signatures for a petition

Back

Gathering signatures for a petition

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The table shows lobbying methods and their associated costs and time required. Which are her best options? Options: An online petition and letters to citizens, Calling citizens by phone and letters to citizens, Emailing the representatives and an online petition, Group rally event and emailing the representative

Back

An online petition and letters to citizens

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government? Options: Military officers, Elected officials, Interest Groups, Circuit Judges

Back

Interest Groups

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

According to the table, what impact has media had on government?

Back

Government is less likely to respond to public concerns.

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