united states gov

Today we will go over essential information that you need to prepare for your AP Government exam. We start by looking at important exam information including potential dates and formats for the exam (0:22). Then there is a refresher on format (1:43) followed by a detailed breakdown of each section of the test (2:01). Additional time is spent going over the different FRQ questions (3:05), including SCOTUS analysis(6:35), and essay (7:49). Each part of our discussion includes both information and tips to help you navigate the exam.

Today’s question of the day (9:43): The first FRQ is the equivalent of how many multiple choice questions?

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Today we will look at public opinion. Find out what it is (1:09), what affects it (1:48) how it is measured (2:14) and why it plays an important part in political strategy (5:55).

Today’s question of the day (6:51): What is the commonly accepted margin of error in a public opinion poll?

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Today we are looking at the shockingly few requirements to be President, and what in fact, the President technically can and cannot do according to the Constitution. There are only two requirements that the Constitution lists for the president in Article II. (1:03) The president is in charge of the executive branch and is tasked with ensuring laws are carried out as well as several other jobs according to the Constitution. (2:00) The president has several different roles that must be fulfilled including: Commander and Chief, chief executive, economic leader, chief of state and diplomat, and finally chief legislator.(2:38) We also look at the role that Federalist 70 played in the argument for a head of the executive branch.(5:14) Finally, we examine the way in which presidential power has expanded over time.(6:20)

Today’s question of the day is (9:10): For which president was English his second language?

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