When the Relationship Between Government and Interest Groups Becomes Entangled

question 26

Short Answer

When the relationship between government and interest groups becomes entangled and tight with some groups having formal government sponsorship and/or special access, the system is labeled _____________________________.

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Definitions:

Social Hierarchy

Describes a structure within a society that ranks individuals or groups based on factors like wealth, occupation, or social status.

Status

A position in a social hierarchy that carries a particular set of expectations.

Hidden Curriculum

Refers to the unwritten, informal, and often unintended lessons, values, and perspectives that students learn in school.

Copresence

Face-to-face interaction or being in the presence of others.