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meaning of lobby #1 (permalink) Tue Jan 30, 2007 19:03 pm   meaning of lobby
 

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #259 "US Government Questions Test (7)", question 5

Groups who want changes within the existing societal system can ......... law making, government officials and members.

(a) lobby
(b) bully
(c) turnout

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #259 "US Government Questions Test (7)", answer 5

Groups who want changes within the existing societal system can lobby law making, government officials and members.

Correct answer: (a) lobby
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lobby #2 (permalink) Tue Jan 30, 2007 21:13 pm   lobby
 

Hello,
'Lobby' means to attempt to influence government officials/lawmaking groups. A lobby group is a group of people who try to change laws etc.
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