1. In general interest groups are strongest when they are concerned with what kind of issues:  a.religious  b.foreign policy  c.social  d.economic  e.personal  2. An individual who...

1. In general interest groups are strongest when they are concerned with what kind of issues: 
a.religious 
b.foreign policy 
c.social 
d.economic 
e.personal 


2. An individual who gains benefits from an interest group without putting any effort into the group is known as: 
a.politicians 
b.free traders 
c.free enterprisers 
d.free riders 
e.bureaucrats 

3. Organizations set up by interest groups to raise and contribute money to campaigns in an attempt to elect or defeat candidates for public office are known as: 
a.political action committees 
b.political parties 
c.national committees 
d.credential committees 
e.focus committees 

4. The individuals who represent interest groups before government and attempt to influence decision makers are known as: 
a. political consultants 
b. lobbyists 
c. opinion leaders 
d. solicitor general 
e. policy makers