This manual’s general review of U.S. government and politics is specifically focused to reflect the most-often-asked questions on recent Advanced Placement exams. This manual’s general review of U.S. government and politics is specifically focused to reflect the most-often-asked questions on recent Advanced Placement exams. Topics covered include Constitutional development, the branches and institutions of the federal government, political parties and processes, special interest groups, the media, bureaucracy, and public policy issues as they relate to the economy, the federal budget, social welfare, foreign policy and the national defense. Two full-length model exams follow the manual’s subject review, and come with answer keys. The optional CD-ROM presents two additional full-length AP computerized tests with automatic scoring.

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included.