Author Question: Which of the following best describes the difference between interest groups and political parties? ... (Read 83 times)

cabate · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following best describes the difference between interest groups and political parties?

a. Interest groups can run candidates for election directly, whereas political parties cannot.
b. Political parties can run candidates for election directly, whereas interest groups cannot.
c. Interest groups can raise money under a false name, whereas political parties cannot.
d. Interest groups focus on a wide array of issues, whereas political parties have a narrower scope.

Question 2

Interest groups are a vital part of our political process. Which of the following supports this argument?

a. They help promote the right candidates for election.
b. They condemn lobbying as a part of politics.
c. They make sure that people vote in the election.
d. They increase the possibility of the public's voice being heard.