Which Is a Local Organization That Controls a City or County

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which is a local organization that controls a city or county government to an extent that enables it to reward large numbers of political supporters with tangible benefits such as government jobs?

• A) political party
• B) interest group
• C) political machine
• D) partisan syndicate
• E) political collective

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Definitions:

Black Convention Movement

A series of meetings and gatherings among African Americans in the 19th century, aimed at discussing ways to achieve civil rights, education, and economic progress.

Group Consciousness

The awareness, shared by members of a group, of their objectives, interests, or identity, strengthening solidarity and common objectives.

Protest

A public demonstration or action expressing opposition to, or discontent with, policies, actions, or circumstances.

Advocate Colonization

Supporting the establishment of colonies or the relocation of people, often in the context of historical movements to resettle freed African Americans in Africa.