What Is Lobbying

question 36

Multiple Choice

What is lobbying?

• A)communication as a representative of a group with government officials to persuade them to support a particular policy
• B)conducting surveys to gauge public opinion on a policy issue
• C)convincing potential members to join an interest group by offering them material benefits.
• D)fundraising for political candidates and educating the public about the activities of government

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Definitions:

Revolutionary War

The conflict between Great Britain and its Thirteen Colonies in North America from 1775 to 1783, which led to the colonies gaining independence and becoming the United States.

Appropriations Bills

Legislation passed by a legislative body to allocate government funds to specific federal government departments, agencies, and programs.

Jay Treaty

A 1795 agreement between the United States and Great Britain that aimed to resolve issues remaining after the American Revolutionary War and facilitated ten years of peaceful trade between the two nations.

Legislative Business

The range of activities conducted in a legislative body including the introduction, debate, and passing of laws.