Why has the number of interest groups gone up dramatically in the past 50 years?

An example of _____ is when the NRA (an interest group) encourages its members to write letters to their representatives in Congress.

An example of a _____ is a life insurance discount given by the AARP.

Why do lobbying firms often hire former members of Congress?

One of the most effective ways that labor unions overcome the free rider problem is through

The free rider problem is a problem with the provision of ________ goods.

In general, interest groups have an easier time working to implement a new change than trying to prevent a change in the status quo.

Both political parties and interest groups serve as ________, connecting citizens to their governments.

Un viaje memorable. Write a paragraph of at least 100 words describing a memorable trip that you took in the past. It may be a trip abroad or in the US; it may be a road trip by car, bus, or train, a plane trip, or a cruise. Include the following information: When and where you traveled and who went with you How you travelled (by plain, train, car, etc.) and the itinerary    What clothes you packed for the trip What was the weather like at the destination What activities you did, what places you visited, what attractions you saw, etc. (at least 4-5 activities) Other relevant information A sentence summarizing your impressions of the trip (¿Cómo lo pasaste?) Use the preterite. This must be written in paragraph form, in Spanish, and with a minimum of 100 words (you may write more than that). Reminder: You must use grammar and vocabulary that are consistent with the material covered so far in this course.  Rubric   4-3.5 3-2.5 2-1-0 Content & Organization Most/all of the details are conveyed. Well organized with connecting words and transitions. Some details are missing, but the main info is expressed, somewhat organized. Important details are missing or unclear and/ or lack of organization and cohesion.   4-3.5 3-2.5 2-1-0 Use of past tense verbs and other structures Generally used appropriately and accurately. Language is consistent with content covered in class. Generally used appropriately or accurately, but not both. Language is consistent with content covered in class. Numerous errors in accuracy and usage. OR, language is not consistent with content covered in class. Presence of advanced structures indicating use of unauthorized sources.   4-3.5 3-2.5 2-1-0 Vocabulary (chapters 8 & 9) and Spelling Vocabulary is generally varied, accurate, and appropriately used. Many chapter-specific words used correctly. Some errors in usage or spelling, some variety. Some chapter-specific words used correctly. Many errors in usage or spelling, little or no variety. Few chapter-specific words. Presence of words indicating the use of unauthorized sources. Special Characters and Accent Marks:     á      é       í       ó       ú      ñ     ¡      ¿

Look at the pictures and choose ONE. In Spanish, write at least 5 sentences with the following information: where is the place, what the weather is like, what activities can be done there, and whether you would like to visit the place or not, and why.  Reminder: Use grammar and vocabulary that are consistent with the material covered so far in this course. ¿Costa Rica o México? Bosque tropical, Costa Rica Tequila, México Special Characters and Accent Marks:     á      é       í       ó       ú      ñ     ¡      ¿