Question 1

Political Action Committees are involved in the fund-raising process for ________ activities.

Accepted Answer

Political Action Committees (PACs) primarily focus on supporting or opposing candidates for public office at the federal, state, or local level. Therefore, they are primarily involved in the fund-raising process for electoral activities. While they may also engage in legislative advocacy or lobbying efforts, their main purpose is to influence the outcome of elections by contributing to candidates' campaigns or running independent expenditure campaigns on their behalf.

Question 2

What amendment did Congress pass in 1913 that attempted to limit the number of publicity experts in government?

Accepted Answer

The Gillett Amendment was passed in 1913 to restrict the hiring of publicity experts by government agencies, aiming to limit the government's ability to influence public opinion through the media.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT listed as being in the Top 20 spending political action committees for 2005-2006?

Accepted Answer

E

Question 4

Which of the following objectives can NOT be accomplished by government use of Web sites?

Accepted Answer

While the government can use web sites to collect census data, it cannot complete census data solely through the use of web sites. Additional methods, such as phone and mail surveys, are also necessary to ensure accurate and comprehensive data collection.

Question 5

In relation to business and the economy,_________ plays a variety of roles including referee,rule maker,engineer,provider,customer and controller.

Accepted Answer

Government is the entity that plays a variety of roles including referee (ensuring fair competition), rule maker (creating laws and regulations), engineer (designing and implementing economic policies), provider (offering public goods and services), customer (purchasing goods and services from businesses), and controller (regulating and monitoring business activities). Public relations, public affairs, government relations, and public information officers all may interact with the government, but they do not necessarily have the same level of involvement in these roles.

Question 6

Public affairs efforts include ____________________________.

Accepted Answer

Public affairs efforts encompass all of these activities, including shaping public opinion, developing effective responses to matters of public concern, helping an organization to adapt to public expectations, and influencing legislation.

Question 7

When did the United States Information Agency begin (as the Office of War Information)?

Accepted Answer

The United States Information Agency began during World War II as the Office of War Information in 1942.

Question 8

During a time period in which Congress may enact 500 laws,federal bureaucracies may issue 10,000 ______________.

Accepted Answer

The term "regulations" best fits the context of the sentence, as federal bureaucracies are responsible for enforcing and implementing regulations within their areas of jurisdiction. While federal agencies may also issue news releases, brochures, and annual reports, these types of documents are not directly related to the enactment of laws by Congress. Therefore, A) regulations is the best choice.

Question 9

Lobbying is the major public affairs activity for ____________ activities.

Accepted Answer

Lobbying is primarily focused on influencing legislative activities, as it involves persuading lawmakers to enact or modify laws.

Question 10

In the practice of government public relations the following problems exist except for _________?

Accepted Answer

Lack of education is not typically considered a problem in the practice of government public relations. The other options (A, B, D, E) are common issues faced in this field, including internal bureaucratic challenges, weak job standards, limited career development opportunities, and political pressure.

Question 11

________ is the practice of trying to influence governmental decisions,particularly legislative votes,by agents who serve interest groups.

Accepted Answer

Lobbying is the specific term used to describe the practice of attempting to influence government decisions through interest group agents. Public affairs refers to a broader range of activities related to an organization's interactions with the public and includes activities such as media relations and community outreach. Government relations also describes a broader set of activities related to an organization's interactions with government officials and agencies, but lobbying specifically targets legislative votes. Issues management refers to the process of identifying and addressing potential issues and crises that may arise for an organization, and voting management is not a commonly used term in the field of public relations or government relations.

Question 12

__________ is taking an organization's position straight to the people,with the anticipation that they will support it politically.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ is taking an organization's position straight...

Question 13

_______________ serve both publics and their employer.

Accepted Answer

Public information officers (PIOs) are responsible for disseminating information to the public on behalf of their employer, which could be a government agency, corporation or nonprofit organization. They act as a liaison between the organization and the media and general public, providing information, responding to inquiries, and managing communication strategies. While their primary responsibility is to their employer, they also have a duty to serve the public by providing accurate and relevant information.

Question 14

____________ is the lobbyist's most important asset.

Accepted Answer

Credibility is crucial for a lobbyist because it determines the level of trust and respect they can earn from policymakers and stakeholders. Without credibility, a lobbyist's arguments and advocacy efforts may not be taken seriously, therefore limiting their effectiveness in achieving their desired outcomes. Good looks, education, and attentiveness may be helpful qualities, but they are not as crucial as credibility in the lobbying profession.

Question 15

In government,public affairs professionals most often are referred to as ____________.

Accepted Answer

Public affairs professionals in government are most often referred to as public information officers, as they handle communication between government agencies and the public.

Question 16

What is the one thing that a political action committee wants most?

Accepted Answer

Access to legislators is the primary goal of a political action committee (PAC). They aim to influence legislation and policy decisions by establishing direct communication channels with lawmakers.

Question 17

Which of the following does the book label as the most important aspect of governmental relations.

Accepted Answer

Fact finding is the most important aspect of governmental relations because it allows lobbyists to gather information about the issues they are lobbying for and the people they are lobbying. This information can be used to develop effective lobbying strategies and to build relationships with key decision-makers.

Question 18

When did the greatest growth of government regulations occur?

Accepted Answer

The 1970s saw significant growth in government regulations due to the passage of major environmental and consumer protection laws, such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Consumer Product Safety Act. Additionally, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was established during this time period. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 19

From a public relations perspective,the first strategy for a public information officer is to be __________.

Accepted Answer

A public information officer should be a generalist to effectively manage various aspects of public relations and communication across different areas.

Question 20

The majority of lobbying attention is focused at the _____________ level.

Accepted Answer

The federal government has the most power and influence over laws and regulations. As a result, corporate lobbyists tend to focus their efforts on influencing federal legislation and regulation. Local and state governments may also be targets of lobbying, but it is generally more effective to influence federal policies that can have a broader impact. Foreign governments may also be targeted for lobbying efforts, but this is less common and tends to be more focused on trade and diplomatic relations.

Quiz 14: Public Affairs: Relations With Government