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Authors: R. F. Gorman, J. Hamilton, Keith Mitchell, S. J. Hammond, E. Kalner
ISBN-13: 9780738600468, ISBN-10: 0738600466
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Research & Education Association
Date Published: March 2006
Edition: Eighth

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Author Biography: R. F. Gorman

Book Synopsis


REA … Real review, Real practice, Real results.
 
Get the college credits you deserve.
 
AP U.S. & COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT & POLITICS 8th Edition
Completely aligned with today’s AP exam
 
Are you prepared to excel on the AP exam? 
* Set up a study schedule by following our results-driven timeline
* Take the first practice test to discover what you know and what you
   should know
* Use REA's advice to ready yourself for proper study and success
 
Practice for real
* Create the closest experience to test-day conditions with 5 full-length practice tests (3 U.S. and 2 Comparative)
* Chart your progress with full and detailed explanations of all answers
* Boost your confidence with test-taking strategies and experienced advice
 
Sharpen your knowledge and skills
* The book's full subject review features coverage of all areas on the official exam, including the U.S. government through the George W. Bush administration and targeted comparative coverage embracing the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, the European Union, Mexico, Nigeria, and Iran.
* Smart and friendly lessons reinforce necessary skills
* Key tutorials enhance specific abilities needed on the test
* Targeted drills increase comprehension and help organize study
 
Ideal for Classroom, Family, or Solo Test Preparation!
 
REA has provided advanced preparation for generations of advanced students who have excelled on important tests and in life. REA’s AP study guides are teacher-recommended and written by experts who have mastered the course and the test.

Table of Contents

About Our Authorviii
About Research & Education Associationviii
Acknowledgmentsviii
Study Schedules
Study Schedule for the AP Exam in U.S. Government & Politicsix
Study Schedule for the AP Exam in Comparative Government & Politicsx
Chapter 1Excelling on the AP Government & Politics Exams1
About the Advanced Placement Program4
The AP United States Government & Politics Exam4
The AP Comparative Government & Politics Exam5
About the Review Sections6
Exam Scoring7
AP Exam Scores8
Studying for Your AP Examination8
Test-Taking Tips9
Essay Writing Tips10
Chapter 2United States Government & Politics Review13
American Political Literacy15
Constitutional Framework20
The Federal Government31
Public Policy53
Political Parties and Special Interests65
Public Opinion and Voter Behavior75
Civil Rights and the Supreme Court86
The George W. Bush Administration93
Answer Key98
Chapter 3Comparative Government & Politics Review99
Comparative Political Literacy102
The United Kingdom115
The European Union127
Russian Federation131
People's Republic of China142
Mexico153
Nigeria160
Islamic Republic of Iran169
Answer Key174
Practice Test 1AP U.S. Government & Politics175
Test 1177
Answer Key196
Detailed Explanations of Answers197
Practice Test 2AP U.S. Government & Politics215
Test 2217
Answer Key240
Detailed Explanations of Answers241
Practice Test 3AP U.S. Government & Politics261
Test 3263
Answer Key286
Detailed Explanations of Answers287
Practice Test 4AP Comparative Government & Politics315
Test 4317
Answer Key336
Detailed Explanations of Answers337
Practice Test 5AP Comparative Government & Politics361
Test 5363
Answer Key384
Detailed Explanations of Answers385
Glossary409
Answer Sheets433
AppendicesIncluding Annotated Articles of Confederation and United States Constitution441
Index475

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