Which of the following is a purpose of interest groups in American politics?
A) They help bridge the gap between citizens and government.
B) They help conduct campaigns for candidates of primary elections.
C) They restrict citizens from taking action on certain issues.
D) They dictate the duties of government officials.
E) They keep the public from interfering in government affairs.
Question 2
Brandon is a member of a group that plans to plant 10,000 trees throughout the city within a year. The group is trying to procure government funds to build parks around the city as well. Since Brandon is an environmentalist, he feels a deep sense of satisfaction while planning the locations for planting trees, organizing events for raising the necessary funds, and helping the group gather support from the other people in the city. He feels that he will be able to make a tremendous contribution to the environment by being a member of the group. Which of the following types of incentives most likely motivated Brandon to join the group?
A) A material incentive
B) A purposive incentive
C) A solidary incentive
D) A monetary incentive
E) A tangible incentive
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