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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 3 preview image5 Steps to a 5AP U.S.Governmentand PoliticsMcGRAW-HILL
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 5 preview image5 Steps to a 5AP U.S.Governmentand PoliticsPamela K. LambMcGRAW-HILLMCGRAW-HILLNew YorkChicagoSan FranciscoLisbonLondonMadridMexico CityMilanNew DelhiSan JuanSeoulSingaporeSydneyToronto
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 6 preview imageCopyright © 2004 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved. Manufactured in the United States of America. Except as per-mitted under the United States Copyright Act of 1976, no part of this publication may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by anymeans, or stored in a database or retrieval system, without the prior written permission of the publisher.0-07-143146-2The material in this eBook also appears in the print version of this title: 0-07-141276-X.All trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Rather than put a trademark symbol after every occurrence of a trademarkedname, we use names in an editorial fashion only, and to the benefit of the trademark owner, with no intention of infringement of thetrademark. Where such designations appear in this book, they have been printed with initial caps.McGraw-Hill eBooks are available at special quantity discounts to use as premiums and sales promotions, or for use in corporate train-ing programs. For more information, please contact George Hoare, Special Sales, at george_hoare@mcgraw-hill.com or (212) 904-4069.TERMS OF USEThis is a copyrighted work and The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. (“McGraw-Hill”) and its licensors reserve all rights in and to thework. Use of this work is subject to these terms. Except as permitted under the Copyright Act of 1976 and the right to store and retrieveone copy of the work, you may not decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, reproduce, modify, create derivative works based upon,transmit, distribute, disseminate, sell, publish or sublicense the work or any part of it without McGraw-Hill’s prior consent. You mayuse the work for your own noncommercial and personal use; any other use of the work is strictly prohibited. Your right to use the workmay be terminated if you fail to comply with these terms.THE WORK IS PROVIDED “AS IS”. McGRAW-HILL AND ITS LICENSORS MAKE NO GUARANTEES OR WARRANTIES ASTO THE ACCURACY, ADEQUACY OR COMPLETENESS OF OR RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM USING THE WORK,INCLUDING ANY INFORMATION THAT CAN BE ACCESSED THROUGH THE WORK VIA HYPERLINK OR OTHERWISE,AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIEDWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. McGraw-Hill and its licensors do notwarrant or guarantee that the functions contained in the work will meet your requirements or that its operation will be uninterrupted orerror free. Neither McGraw-Hill nor its licensors shall be liable to you or anyone else for any inaccuracy, error or omission, regardlessof cause, in the work or for any damages resulting therefrom. McGraw-Hill has no responsibility for the content of any informationaccessed through the work. Under no circumstances shall McGraw-Hill and/or its licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, spe-cial, punitive, consequential or similar damages that result from the use of or inability to use the work, even if any of them has beenadvised of the possibility of such damages. This limitation of liability shall apply to any claim or cause whatsoever whether such claimor cause arises in contract, tort or otherwise.DOI: 10.1036/0071431462
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 8 preview imageContentsPreface / xiAcknowledgments / xiiiPART IHOW TO USE THIS BOOK / 1Chapter 1The Five-Step Program / 3The Basics / 3Organization of This Book / 4Introduction to the Five-Step Program / 4Graphics Used in This Book / 5Three Approaches to Preparing for the AP U.S. Governmentand Politics Exam / 6Calendars for Preparing for the AP U.S. Government andPolitics Exam / 8PART IIWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUTTHE AP U.S. GOVERNMENTAND POLITICS EXAM / 13Chapter 2Introduction to the AP U.S. Governmentand Politics Exam / 15Background of the Advanced Placement Program / 15Reasons for Taking the Advanced Placement Exam / 16What You Need to Know about the AP U.S. Governmentand Politics Exam / 17A Look at the Diagnostic/Master Exam / 20Getting Started: The Diagnostic/Master Exam / 21Chapter 3Section I of the Exam:The Multiple-Choice Questions / 32Introduction to the Multiple-Choice Section of the Exam / 32Types of Multiple-Choice Questions / 33Strategies for Answering the Multiple-Choice Questions / 33Scoring the Multiple-Choice Section / 35Answer Sheet for Diagnostic Multiple-Choice Questions / 37vFor more information about this title, click here.Copyright 2004 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Click Here for Terms of Use.
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 9 preview imageThe Multiple-Choice Section of the Diagnostic/Master Exam / 39Explanation of the Answers to the Multiple-Choice Questionsof the Diagnostic/Master Exam / 46Chapter 4Section II of the Exam:The Free-Response Essay / 50Introduction to the Free-Response Essay / 50Types of Free-Response Prompts / 52Developing the Free-Response Essay / 52Rubrics for the Free-Response Essay / 53Final Comments—Some Helpful Hints / 54The Free-Response Section of the Diagnostic/Master Exam / 55Rubrics for Free-Response Essays / 57PART IIICOMPREHENSIVE REVIEW:DEVELOPING THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,AND STRATEGIES / 59Chapter 5Review: Architecture and Developmentof U.S. Government / 61Principles of Government / 61Origins of American Government / 63The United States Constitution / 68Review Questions / 73Answers and Explanations / 74Rapid Review / 75Chapter 6Review: Federalism / 77Federalism / 77Federalism in Practice / 79Establishing National Supremacy / 79Federalism Today / 80Review Questions / 82Answers and Explanations / 83Rapid Review / 84Chapter 7Review: Political Culture / 85American Political Environment / 85Public Opinion / 86Review Questions / 88Answers and Explanations / 89Rapid Review / 89vi•Contents
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 10 preview imageChapter 8Review: Political Parties / 90What Are Political Parties? / 90Roles of Political Parties / 90Party Systems / 90What Do Political Parties Do? / 91Party Identification and Membership / 92Two-Party Tradition in America / 92Third or Minor Parties / 94Structure and Organization of Political Parties / 95Future of Political Parties / 96Review Questions / 97Answers and Explanations / 98Rapid Review / 99Chapter 9Review: Voting and Elections / 101Participation and Voting / 101Types of Elections / 104Campaign Finance / 107Review Questions / 108Answers and Explanations / 109Rapid Review / 110Chapter 10Review: Interest Groups and the Mass Media / 112Interest Groups / 112Mass Media / 115Biases in the Media / 118Review Questions / 118Answers and Explanations / 119Rapid Review / 120Chapter 11Review: The Legislative Branch / 121Congress / 121Structure of Congress / 121Organization of Congress / 122Election to Congress / 122Leadership of Congress / 123Committee System / 124Congressional Staff and Support / 125Roles of Members of Congress / 125Powers of Congress / 125The Lawmaking Process / 126Legislative Tactics / 127Influences on Congress / 128Review Questions / 128Answers and Explanations / 130Rapid Review / 130Contents•vii
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 11 preview imageChapter 12Review: Executive Branchand the Bureaucracy / 132Constitutional Origins of Presidency / 132The Road to the White House / 134The Vice Presidency / 135Presidential Powers / 135Limitations on Presidential Powers / 137Presidential Character / 137The Bureaucracy / 138Executive Office of the President (EOP) / 139Executive Departments / 140Review Questions / 141Answers and Explanations / 142Rapid Review / 143Chapter 13Review: The National Judiciary / 144The Federal Court System / 144Structure of the Judicial System / 145Judicial Selection / 146The Court at Work / 147Courts as Policymakers / 148Judicial Philosophy / 149Review Questions / 150Answers and Explanations / 151Rapid Review / 152Chapter 14Review: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights / 153Civil Liberties / 153Freedom of Religion / 154Freedom of Speech / 155Freedom of the Press / 157Freedom of Assembly and Petition / 157Property Rights / 158Rights of the Accused / 158Civil Rights / 159The Civil Rights Movement / 160Other Minorities / 161Affirmative Action / 163Review Questions / 164Answers and Explanations / 165Rapid Review / 165Chapter 15Review: Politics and Public Policymaking / 168Policymaking Process / 168Domestic Policy / 169viii•Contents
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 12 preview imageEconomic Policy / 171Foreign and Defense Policy / 172Review Questions / 174Answers and Explanations / 176Rapid Review / 176PART IVDEVELOPING CONFIDENCEBY APPLYING SKILLS / 179Chapter 16Practice Exam 1 / 181Chapter 17Practice Exam 2 / 199PART VAPPENDIX / 217Websites Related to the AdvancedPlacement Exam / 219Glossary of Terms / 220Contents•ix
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 14 preview imagePrefaceWelcome to AP U.S. Government and Politics. I am, first and foremost, ateacher who has taught advanced placement to many students who havesuccessfully taken the AP exam. I am also a table leader and reader—oneof those crazy teachers who spends a week in the summer readingthousands of student free-response essays. With this guide I hope to sharewith you what I know, including what I have learned from students andother AP teachers to help you be successful on the exam.My philosophy is not to teachonlyfor the AP exam. Instead, my goalis to help students develop skills and abilities that lead to advanced levelsof aptitude in government and politics. These are the same skills that willenable you to do well on the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam. Myaim is to remove your nervousness and to improve your comfort level withthe test. I believe that you are already motivated to succeed; otherwise,you would not have come this far. And obviously, you would not havepurchased this prep book.Since you have taken or are already taking a government and politicsclass, this book is going to supplement your course readings, writing, andanalysis. I am going to give you the opportunity to practice the skills andtechniques that I know from experiencereally work! I am confident thatif you apply the techniques and processes presented in this book, you cansucceed.Let’s begin.xiCopyright 2004 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Click Here for Terms of Use.
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 16 preview imageAcknowledgmentsMy love and appreciation to Mark H. Lamb for his constant support,encouragement, and belief in my abilities and in me. Without his collab-oration, this book would never have been completed. Special thanks toFrances New for her suggestions and encouragement. To Derek James(DJ) New: May this book someday help you in your studies. To my APGovernment and Politics colleagues and friends: Thanks for all the ideasyou have shared over the years—I’ll see you at the reading. To my stu-dents, past, present, and future: Thank you for the inspiration you giveto all teachers.xiiiCopyright 2004 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Click Here for Terms of Use.
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 18 preview imageHOW TO USE THIS BOOKPART ICopyright 2004 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Click Here for Terms of Use.
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 20 preview imageChapter 1The Five-Step ProgramTHE BASICSThe BeginningIt is my belief that if you focus on the beginning, the rest will fall intoplace. Once you purchase this book and decide to work your waythrough it, you are beginning your journey to the AP U.S. Governmentand Politics exam. I will be with you every step of the way.Why This Book?I believe that this book has something unique to offer you. I have spokenwith many AP government and politics teachers and students, and havebeen fortunate to learn quite a bit about what they want from a test prepbook. The contents of this book reflect genuine student concerns andneeds. This is a student-oriented book. I will not try to impress you oroverwhelm you with pompous language, mislead you with inaccurateinformation and tasks, or lull you into a false sense of confidence witheasy shortcuts.Think of this book as a resource and guide to accompany you on yourAP U.S. Government and Politics journey throughout the year. This bookis designed to serve many purposes. It will:•Clarify requirements for the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam•Provide you with test practice•Help you pace yourself3“As a student, APpractice materialsmade me go aboveand beyond inpreparation.”—MT, AP studentCopyright 2004 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Click Here for Terms of Use.
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 21 preview image•Make you aware of the Five Steps to Mastering the AP U.S. Governmentand Politics examORGANIZATION OF THIS BOOKI know that your primary concern is to obtain information about the APU.S. Government and Politics exam. I start by introducing the five-stepplan and follow with three different approaches to exam preparation. Ithen give an overview of the AP exam in general and describe some tipsand suggestions on how to approach the various sections of the exam. Inext introduce the Diagnostic/Master Exam, which should give you anidea of where you stand before you begin your preparations. I recom-mend that you spend 45 minutes on this practice exam.The volume of material covered in AP U.S. Government and Politicsis quite intimidating. The next section of this book provides a compre-hensive review of all the major sections you may or may not have cov-ered in the classroom. Not every AP U.S. Government and Politics classwill get through the same amount of material. This book should help youfill any gaps in your understanding of the coursework.INTRODUCTION TO THE FIVE-STEP PROGRAMThe Five-Step Program is a powerful program designed to provide youwith the best possible skills, strategies, and practice to help lead you tothat perfect 5 on the Advanced Placement U.S. Government and Politicsexam, administered each May to more than 100,000 high school stu-dents. Each of the five steps will provide you an opportunity to get closerto the 5, which is the “Holy Grail” to all AP students.STEP ONEleads you through a brief process to help determinewhich type of exam preparation you want:1.Full-year: September through May2.One-semester: January through May3.Basic training: the 6 weeks prior to the examSTEP TWOhelps develop the knowledge you need to succeed on theexam:1.A comprehensive review of the exam2.One Diagnostic/Master Exam, which you can go through step by stepand question by question to build your confidence level3.Explanation of multiple-choice answers4.A glossary of terms related to the AP U.S. Government and Politicsexam5.A list of interesting and related Websites and a Glossary4•How to Use This Book12
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 22 preview imageSTEP THREEdevelops the skills necessary to take the exam anddo well:1.Practice multiple-choice questions2.Practice free-response questionsSTEP FOURhelps you develop strategies for taking the exam:1.Learning about the test itself2.Learning to read multiple-choice questions3.Learning how to answer multiple-choice questions, including whetheror not to guess4.Learning how to plan and write the free-response questionsSTEP FIVEwill help you develop confidence in using the skillsdemanded on the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam:1.The opportunity to take a diagnostic exam2.Time management techniques and skills3.Two practice exams that test how well honed your skills areGRAPHICS USED IN THIS BOOKTo emphasize particular skills, strategies, and practice, we use seven setsof icons throughout this book.The first icon is an hourglass, which indicates the passage of time dur-ing the school year. This hourglass icon will appear in the margin next toan item that may be of interest to one of the three types of students usingthis book (Approach A, B, or C students).For the student who plans to prepare for the AP U.S. Governmentand Politics exam during the entire school year, September throughMay, we use an hourglass that is full on the top.For the student who decides to begin preparing for the exam inJanuary, we use an hourglass that is half full on the top and half full onthe bottom.For the student who wishes to prepare during the final 6 weeks beforethe exam, we use an hourglass that is almost empty on the top and almostfull on the bottom.The second icon is a footprint, which indicates which step in the five-step program is being emphasized in a given analysis, technique, or prac-tice activity.The Five-Step Program•5345
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 23 preview imagePlanKnowledgeSkillsStrategiesConfidence BuildingThe third icon is a clock, which indicates a timed practice activity ora time management strategy. The clock’s face indicates how much timeto allow for a given exercise. The full dial reminds you that this is a strat-egy to help you manage your time on the test.The fourth icon is an exclamation point, which points out a veryimportant idea, concept, or strategy point that you should not pass over.The fifth icon is a checkmark, which alerts you to pay close attention.This activity will be most helpful if you go back and check your ownwork, your calendar, or your progress.The sixth icon is a lightbulb, which indicates strategies that you maywant to try.The seventh icon is the sun, which indicates a tip that you might finduseful.Boldfacedwords indicate terms that are included in the glossary atthe end of the book.THREE APPROACHES TO PREPARING FOR THE AP U.S.GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS EXAMOverview of the Three PlansNo one knows your study habits, likes, and dislikes better than you. Soyou are the only one who can decide which approach you want or needto prepare for the Advanced Placement U.S. Government and Politicsexam. Look at the brief profiles below. These may help you determine aprep mode.You’re a full-year prep student(Approach A) if1.You like to plan far in advance2.You arrive at the airport 3 hours before your flight because “younever know when these planes might leave early”3.You like detailed planning and everything in its place6•How to Use This Book123451
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 24 preview imageThe Five-Step Program•74.You feel that you must be thoroughly prepared5.You hate surprisesYou’re a one-semester prep student(Approach B) if1.You get to the airport 1 hour before your flight is scheduled to leave2.You are willing to plan ahead to feel comfortable in stressful situa-tions, but are okay with skipping some details3.You feel more comfortable when you know what to expect, but a sur-prise or two is cool4.You’re always on time for appointmentsYou’re a 6-week prep student(Approach C) if1.You get to the airport just as your plane’s final boarding is announced2.You work best under pressure and tight deadlines3.You feel very confident with the skills and background you’ve learnedin your AP U.S. Government and Politics class4.You decided late in the year to take the exam5.You like surprises6.You feel okay if you arrive 10–15 minutes late for an appointment“AP is tough—organization and planning are essential to success.”—JE, AP teacher
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 25 preview imageDECEMBERRead and study Chapter 7,Political Culture.Read and study Chapter 8,Political Parties.Review Chapters 5–6.JANUARY(20 weeks have elapsed.)Read and study Chapter 9,Voting and Elections.Read and study Chapter 10,Interest Groups and theMass Media.Review Chapters 5–8.FEBRUARYRead and study Chapter 11,The Legislative Branch.Read and study Chapter 12,Executive Branch and theBureaucracy.Read and study Chapter 13,The National Judiciary.Review Chapters 5–10.MARCH(30 weeks have now elapsed.)Read and study Chapter 14,Civil Liberties and Civil Rights.Read and study Chapter 15,Politics and Public Policymaking.Review Chapters 5–13.8•How to Use This BookSEPTEMBER–OCTOBER(Check off theactivities as you complete them.)Determine the student mode(A, B, or C) that applies to you.Carefully read Chapters 1 and 2of this book.Pay close attention to your walk-through of the Diagnostic/Masterexam.Get on the Web and take a look atthe AP Website(s).Skim the Comprehensive Reviewsection. (Reviewing the topicscovered in this section will be partof your year-long preparation.)Buy a few color highlighters.Flip through the entire book.Break the book in. Write in it.Highlight it.Get a clear picture of what yourown school’s AP Government andPolitics curriculum is.Begin to use the book as a resourceto supplement the classroomlearning.NOVEMBER(The first 10 weeks haveelapsed.)Read and study Chapter 5,Architecture and Development ofUnited States Government.Read and study Chapter 6,Federalism.CALENDARS FOR PREPARING FOR THE AP U.S. GOVERNMENTAND POLITICS EXAMA Calendar for Approach A:Year-Long Preparation for theAP Government and Politics ExamAlthough its primary purpose is to prepare you for the AP U.S.Government and Politics exam you will take in May, this book can enrich your studyof government and politics, your analytical skills, and your essay writing skills.
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 26 preview imageMAY(First 2 weeks) (THIS IS IT!)Review Chapters 1–15—all the material.Take Practice Exam 2.Score yourself.Get a good night’s sleep before theexam. Fall asleep knowing that youare well prepared.GOOD LUCK ON THE TEST!The Five-Step Program•9APRILTake Practice Exam 1 in the firstweek of April.Evaluate your strengths andweaknesses.Study appropriate chapters tocorrect your weaknesses.Review Chapters 5–15.“Study groups helped me focus.”—DA, AP student“My teacher held review sessions right before the exam—they really help!”—TG, AP student
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 27 preview imageReview Chapters 7–8.Read and study Chapter 13,The National Judiciary.Review Chapters 9–10.Read and study Chapter 14,Civil Liberties and Civil Rights.Read and study Chapter 15,Politics and Public Policymaking.APRILTake Practice Exam 1 in the firstweek of April.Evaluate your strengths andweaknesses.Study appropriate chapters tocorrect your weaknesses.Review Chapters 5–10.Review Chapters 11–15.MAY(First 2 weeks) (THIS IS IT!)Review Chapters 1–15—all the material.Take Practice Exam 2.Score yourself.Get a good night’s sleep before theexam. Fall asleep knowing that youare well prepared.GOOD LUCK ON THE TEST!10•How to Use This BookJANUARY–FEBRUARYCarefully read Parts I and II of thisbook.Take the Diagnostic/Master exam.Pay close attention to yourwalk-through of the Diagnostic/Master exam.Read and study Chapter 5,Architecture and Development ofU.S. Government.Read and study Chapter 6,Federalism.Read and study Chapter 7,Political Culture.Read and study Chapter 8,Political Parties.Read and study Chapter 9, Votingand Elections.Read and study Chapter 10,Interest Groups and the MassMedia.Review Chapters 5–10.MARCH(10 weeks to go)Read and study Chapter 11, TheLegislative Branch.Review Chapters 5–6.Read and study Chapter 12,Executive Branch and theBureaucracy.A Calendar for Approach B:Semester-Long Preparation for theAP Government and Politics ExamWorking under the assumption that you’ve completed or are taking one semesterof government and politics studies, the following calendar will use the skillsyou’ve been practicing to prepare you for the May exam.
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 28 preview imageCarefully go over the RapidReviews for Chapters 5–10.Continue to skim and highlightthe Glossary.MAY(First 2 weeks) (THIS IS IT!)Skim Chapters 5–15.Carefully go over the Rapid Reviewsections of Chapters 5–15.Complete Practice Exam 2.Score yourself and analyze yourerrors.Get a good night’s sleep.Fall asleep knowing that you arewell prepared.GOOD LUCK ON THE TEST!The Five-Step Program•11APRIL 1–15Skim Parts I and II of this book.Skim Chapters 5–10.Carefully go over the Rapid Reviewsections of Chapters 5–10.Complete Practice Exam 1.Score yourself and analyzeyour errors.Skim and highlight the Glossaryat the end of the book.APRIL 16–MAY 1Skim Chapters 11–15.Carefully go over the Rapid Reviewsections of Chapters 11–15.A Calendar for Approach C:6-Week Preparation for theAP Government and Politics ExamAt this point, we assume that you have been building your governmentand politics knowledge base for more than 6 months. You will, therefore, use thisbook primarily as a guide to the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam.Given the time constraints, now is not the time to try to expand yourAP Government and Politics curriculum. Rather, you should focus onand refine what you already know.“Relax! Knowing the makeup of the test and how to take the test really helps.”—JB, AP student
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5 Steps to a 5 on the AP: U.S. Government and Politics (2003) - Page 30 preview imageWHAT YOU NEED TOKNOW ABOUT THEAP U.S. GOVERNMENTAND POLITICS EXAMPART IICopyright 2004 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Click Here for Terms of Use.
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