Life in the UK test practice question · Government and law
What do pressure groups and lobby groups do?
Answer options
- Stand in general elections to form a government
- Make laws for local councils
- Run public services for ministers
- Try to influence public opinion and government policyCorrect
Answer: Try to influence public opinion and government policy
Groups such as the RSPB or the British Medical Association campaign to change policy. They do not try to become the government.
Checked 8 November 2026