Exam 23: Interest Groups and Political Parties

Which phrase best describes the Liberal Party of Canada?

Interest groups may also be called pressure groups.

What is the term for a political system in which alternative parties are legal,but a single political party dominates the political process?

Groups that try to influence governments and bring about wider social change are called __________.

In which type of regime would a single-party system most likely be found?

In your opinion,are political parties or interest groups more effective means of political participation? Why?

Which term refers to loose organizations of groups and individuals working to bring about wholesale change by influencing multiple actors,including governments,business,and individuals?

Which term refers to a party which is founded around a single,influential leader?

What is the term for a group that feels that it can best achieve its ends by acting as a party rather than trying to influence existing parties?

What is the main difference between a political party and an interest group?

Compare and contrast the different types of party systems.In your opinion,which system provides the effective means of political participation for the average voter,and why?

For which reason may interest groups have difficulty attracting active members?

Compare and contrast the similarities and differences between an interest group and a social movement.

Which of the following groups would be most likely to write Op-Eds,letters to the editor,or use social media to promote ideas?

If the main priority of a voter was to elect a candidate from a party that could form government,which party would he or she most likely vote for?

In a _____________system,three or more political parties have a realistic chance of participating in government