2010 FRQ #1

Post date: Apr 04, 2013 7:13:34 PM

1. Individuals often form groups in order to promote their interests. The Constitution contains several provisions

that protect the rights of individuals who try to promote their interests in a representative democracy. (2010)

(a) Explain two provisions in the Bill of Rights that protect individuals who try to influence politics.

(b) Interest groups engage in a variety of activities to affect public policy. Explain how each of the following is

used by interest groups to exert influence over policy.

• Grassroots mobilization

• Lobbying of government institutions

• Litigation

(c) Describe one specific federal governmental regulation of interest groups.