Table of Contents
PrefaceIntroduction
Using the Book
The Structure of the Test
Study Strategies
Multiple-Choice Questions
Free-Response Essay Question Strategy
Data-Based Free-Response Essay Question Strategy
A Summary of the Free-Response Answer SectionPart One: Constitutional Development
The Theory of Modern Government
Constitutional Foundations
The Constitution
Federalism
The Bill of Rights and Civil Liberties
Civil Rights: Equal Protection Under the LawPart Two: The Institutions of Government
The Congress
The Presidency
The Judiciary
The BureaucracyPart Three: The Political Process and Political Beliefs
Political Parties and Political Action
Nominations, Campaigns, and Elections
Voting Behavior: The Impact of Public Opinion and the Media
Special Interest Groups--Lobbyists and PACsPart Four: Public Policy Issues
The Economy, the Federal Budget, Social Welfare and EntitlementsPart Five: Model Exams
Model Exam 1
Answer Key
Model Exam 2
Answer KeyGlossaryIndex