Higher Pressure Groups

What is a pressure group?

• An organisation that seeks to hold political power.

• An organisation that wishes to influence political decision making.

• A group of MPs who make laws.

• A political party in the UK.

Which of the following is an example of a cause or 'promotional' group?

• The British Medical Association

• Extinction Rebellion

• The Confederation of British Industry

• Shelter Scotland

What characterises an interest or 'sectional' group?

• Open membership to the public

• Only open to certain individuals, like members of a trade union

• Engages in civil disobedience

• Uses publicity stunts

Which type of pressure group is more likely to have close links with the government?

• Outsider groups

• Insider groups

• Cause groups

• Interest groups

What is a common method used by pressure groups to raise awareness among politicians?

• Civil disobedience

• Petitions

• Holding political office

• Forming a new political party

Which of the following is a potential downside of using publicity stunts?

• They are always successful in gaining public support.

• They may result in breaking the law and losing public support.

• They guarantee positive media coverage.

• They are the most cost-effective method.

How can insider groups influence the decision-making process in Parliament?

• By organising protests

• By being on committees with ministers, MPs, and civil servants

• By engaging in civil disobedience

• By forming a new political party

What is a criticism of large and wealthy pressure groups?

• They have no influence on Parliament.

• They may wield undue influence due to their resources.

• They are always outsider groups.

• They never use media advertising.

Which of the following is an example of an outsider group?

• The Confederation of British Industry

• Shelter Scotland

• Extinction Rebellion

• The British Medical Association

What must MPs with affiliations to pressure groups do when speaking on behalf of the group?

• Keep their affiliation secret

• Declare an interest

• Receive payment without declaring it

• Form a new political party