Welcome to AP U.S. Government and Politics, a course that will prepare you to become an informed and active citizen in our American republic. This course requires an in-depth understanding of the workings of the American political system, the various branches of government, and how individual citizens interact with their government.

Students successfully completing this course will be able to: 
  • describe and compare important facts, concepts, and theories pertaining to U .S . government and politics 
  • explain typical patterns of political processes and behavior and their consequences (including the components of political behavior, the principles used to explain or justify various government structures and procedures, and the political effects of these structures and procedures) 
  • interpret basic data relevant to U .S . government and politics (including data presented in charts, tables, and other formats) 
  • critically analyze relevant theories and concepts, apply them appropriately, and develop their connections across the curriculum

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