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  • Unit 1: Foundations of American Democracy (25)
  • Unit 2: Interactions Among Branches of Government (25)
  • Unit 3: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights (24)
  • Unit 4: American Political Ideologies and Beliefs (25)
  • Unit 5: Political Participation (25)
Unit 1: Foundations of American Democracy

Argumentative Essay - Bill of Rights

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

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Argumentative Essay - Checks and Balances

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

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Argumentative Essay - Federalism and State Sovereignty

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - Separation of Powers

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Electoral College

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

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Concept Application: Barriers - Andrew Yang

Entrepreneur Andrew Yang ran for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States in the

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Bernie Sanders

Senator Bernie Sanders, a self-described democratic socialist, ran for the Democratic nomination for

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Elizabeth Warren

In the 2020 United States presidential election, Senator Elizabeth Warren faced significant challeng

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Kamala Harris

Senator Kamala Harris announced her candidacy for the Democratic nomination for President of the Uni

Easy

Concept Application: Barriers - Pete Buttigieg

Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend, Indiana, entered the 2020 Democratic presidential primary as a r

Easy

Concept Application: Constitution - Digital Privacy

In recent years, technological advancements have led to an increase in government surveillance capab

Hard

Concept Application: Constitution - Free Speech Rally

In a small town in the United States, a controversial figure known for their divisive views on immig

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - Gun Control Legislation

In response to a series of tragic mass shootings, a state legislature passes a new law imposing stri

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - National Emergency Powers

Amidst a period of unprecedented national crisis, the President of the United States declares a stat

Extreme

Concept Application: Constitution - Voting Rights Act

Following a landmark Supreme Court decision that struck down key provisions of the Voting Rights Act

Easy

Concept Application: Misc - Federalism and the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic presented a unique challenge to the federal structure of the United States, wi

Extreme

Concept Application: Misc - Federalist and Anti-Federalist Debates

The debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists was pivotal in shaping the United States Constit

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Separation of Powers

The United States Constitution establishes a system of government based on the separation of powers

Easy

Concept Application: Misc - The Articles of Confederation

Following the American Revolution, the newly independent states faced the challenge of forming a nat

Hard

Concept Application: Misc - The Electoral College

The Electoral College is a unique feature of the American presidential election system, where electo

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Heart of Atlanta Motel v. United States

In Heart of Atlanta Motel v. United States (1964), the owner of the Heart of Atlanta Motel challenge

Easy

SCOTUS Comparison - National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius

In National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius (2012), multiple parties challenged the c

Hard

SCOTUS Comparison - Printz v. United States

In Printz v. United States (1997), sheriffs Jay Printz and Richard Mack challenged the constitutiona

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Shelby County v. Holder

In Shelby County v. Holder (2013), Shelby County, Alabama, challenged the constitutionality of Secti

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - South Dakota v. Dole

In South Dakota v. Dole (1987), the state of South Dakota challenged the constitutionality of a fede

Medium
Unit 2: Interactions Among Branches of Government

Argumentative Essay - The Effectiveness of Gerrymandering

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Impact of Congressional Committees

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Power of Judicial Review

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Extreme

Argumentative Essay - The Role of Congressional Oversight

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Hard

Argumentative Essay - The Role of Filibusters

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Age Restrictions in Political Office

Samantha Lee, a 24-year-old activist with a strong passion for political reform and social justice,

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Campaign Finance Hurdles

John Smith, a community organizer with a strong background in public service and advocacy for campai

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Gerrymandering Challenges

In a recent election cycle, a rising political star, Maria Gonzalez, decides to run for a seat in th

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Navigating Red Tape for Ballot Access

Alex Kim, an independent candidate with a strong following among young voters, decides to run for a

Extreme

Concept Application: Barriers - The Incumbency Advantage

Emily Johnson, a local business owner and community leader, decides to challenge the incumbent repre

Easy

Concept Application: Constitution - Congressional Oversight and Executive Agencies

In recent years, a significant controversy has emerged over the operations of a major executive agen

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - Gerrymandering and Representation

Following the most recent census, the state legislature of a politically divided state has undertake

Hard

Concept Application: Constitution - Impeachment Process

A high-ranking federal official has been accused of serious misconduct, including abuse of power and

Easy

Concept Application: Constitution - The Filibuster and Legislative Process

In an effort to pass significant healthcare reform, a bill has been introduced in the Senate that pr

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - The War Powers Act

The President of the United States has initiated military action in a foreign country without prior

Hard

Concept Application: Misc - Gerrymandering and Electoral Fairness

Following the most recent census, the state legislature of Jefferson, controlled by the Republican P

Hard

Concept Application: Misc - Impeachment and the Separation of Powers

The House of Representatives votes to impeach President Jordan Ellis on charges of abuse of power an

Extreme

Concept Application: Misc - Presidential Powers and Congressional Oversight

During a period of heightened international tension, President Alex Martinez decides to deploy troop

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - The Legislative Process and Interest Group Influence

A new bill aimed at reforming healthcare is introduced in the House of Representatives. The bill has

Easy

Concept Application: Misc - The Role of the Supreme Court in Social Policy

The Supreme Court agrees to hear a landmark case challenging a federal law that restricts the rights

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Bush v. Gore

In Bush v. Gore (2000), the Supreme Court was faced with a dispute over the counting of votes in Flo

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Gill v. Whitford

In Gill v. Whitford (2018), the plaintiffs challenged Wisconsin's state assembly district map, argui

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Reynolds v. Sims

In Reynolds v. Sims (1964), the plaintiffs challenged the apportionment of the Alabama legislature,

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Rucho v. Common Cause

In Rucho v. Common Cause (2019), plaintiffs challenged North Carolina's congressional district map,

Hard

SCOTUS Comparison - Vieth v. Jubelirer

In Vieth v. Jubelirer (2004), the plaintiffs challenged Pennsylvania's congressional redistricting p

Hard
Unit 3: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights

Argumentative Essay - Balancing Free Speech and Public Safety

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Establishment Clause and Religious Freedom

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Right to Privacy

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Easy

Argumentative Essay - The Role of the Second Amendment in Modern Society

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, often referred to by her initials AOC, has quickly become one of the most

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Bernie Sanders

Bernie Sanders, an Independent senator from Vermont, has been a prominent figure in American politic

Easy

Concept Application: Barriers - Elizabeth Warren

Elizabeth Warren, a senator from Massachusetts, has been a vocal advocate for economic reform, consu

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris, a prominent figure in American politics, has had a trailblazing career. As the first

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Pete Buttigieg

Pete Buttigieg, the former Mayor of South Bend, Indiana, made history by being one of the first open

Extreme

Concept Application: Constitution - Equal Protection Under the Law

In the state of Equality, a new law was passed that prohibited individuals from a specific ethnic mi

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - Freedom of Assembly

In the city of Unity, a new policy was implemented by the local government requiring all public demo

Hard

Concept Application: Constitution - Freedom of the Press

The national government recently enacted a law that requires all news outlets to submit their articl

Extreme

Concept Application: Constitution - Second Amendment Rights

In the state of Freedonia, a new law was passed that banned all citizens from owning firearms, citin

Easy

Concept Application: Constitution - The Right to Privacy

In the small town of Libertyville, the local government passed an ordinance requiring all residents

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Affirmative Action and Civil Rights

A prestigious university has been sued by a group of applicants who claim that the institution's aff

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Workplace Discrimination

A large corporation has recently been sued by a former employee, who alleges that they were denied a

Easy

Concept Application: Misc - Digital Privacy and the Fourth Amendment

In the wake of a high-profile cyberattack, the federal government has enacted a new law that grants

Extreme

Concept Application: Misc - School Prayer and First Amendment Rights

In a small town in the Midwest, a public high school has recently implemented a policy where each da

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Second Amendment and Local Gun Control Laws

In a large metropolitan area, the city council has passed a new ordinance that significantly restric

Hard

SCOTUS Comparison - Grutter v. Bollinger

In Grutter v. Bollinger (2003), the Supreme Court addressed the issue of affirmative action in highe

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Loving v. Virginia

In Loving v. Virginia (1967), the Supreme Court addressed the constitutionality of Virginia's laws p

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Obergefell v. Hodges

In Obergefell v. Hodges (2015), the Supreme Court addressed whether the Fourteenth Amendment require

Hard

SCOTUS Comparison - Reed v. Reed

In Reed v. Reed (1971), the Supreme Court addressed the issue of gender discrimination in the admini

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Romer v. Evans

In Romer v. Evans (1996), the Supreme Court addressed an amendment to the Colorado state constitutio

Easy
Unit 4: American Political Ideologies and Beliefs

Argumentative Essay - Influence of Media on Public Opinion

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Hard

Argumentative Essay - Role of Political Socialization

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Effectiveness of Public Opinion Polls

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Incumbent Advantage

In the upcoming mayoral race in the city of Springfield, incumbent Mayor Lisa Green faces a tough re

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Rural Candidate

In the small, rural town of Clearwater, a local politician, Emily Johnson, has decided to run for a

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Social Media Influencer

Jordan Lee, a popular social media influencer known for their progressive views on environmental iss

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Third-Party Candidate

Alex Martinez, a charismatic leader with a strong following, decides to run for the presidency as a

Extreme

Concept Application: Barriers - Veteran Politician

Sarah Thompson, a long-serving member of Congress, has built her career on championing healthcare re

Easy

Concept Application: Constitution - Free Speech and Public Protests

In recent years, the rise of social media platforms has significantly amplified the ability of indiv

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - Freedom of Religion

In a small town in the United States, a new religious group sought to establish a place of worship.

Hard

Concept Application: Constitution - Freedom of the Press

A local newspaper published a series of articles criticizing the mayor's handling of city finances,

Easy

Concept Application: Constitution - Right to Privacy

The advent of advanced technology has raised significant concerns regarding privacy rights. In a lan

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - Second Amendment Rights

Following a series of high-profile incidents involving gun violence, a state legislature passed a la

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Ideological Polarization

In a closely divided town, local elections have become increasingly contentious, with candidates and

Extreme

Concept Application: Misc - Media Influence on Public Opinion

During an election year, a major news organization decides to conduct an in-depth investigation into

Hard

Concept Application: Misc - Political Socialization

A high school civics teacher decides to conduct a class project that explores students' political be

Easy

Concept Application: Misc - Public Opinion and Policy Making

In the midst of a heated debate on healthcare reform, a group of senators have decided to conduct a

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - The Role of Referendums

A state government is considering the legalization of recreational marijuana and has decided to put

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - District of Columbia v. Heller

In District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), the Supreme Court addressed whether a District of Columbia

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - District of Columbia v. Heller

In District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), Dick Heller, a D.C. special police officer, filed a lawsui

Hard

SCOTUS Comparison - Griswold v. Connecticut

In Griswold v. Connecticut (1965), the Supreme Court addressed whether Connecticut's law criminalizi

Easy

SCOTUS Comparison - Lawrence v. Texas

In Lawrence v. Texas (2003), the Supreme Court addressed whether a Texas statute making it a crime f

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Obergefell v. Hodges

In Obergefell v. Hodges (2015), the Supreme Court was asked to decide whether the Fourteenth Amendme

Hard

SCOTUS Comparison - Obergefell v. Hodges

In Obergefell v. Hodges (2015), several same-sex couples sued state agencies in Ohio, Michigan, Kent

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Reed v. Town of Gilbert

In Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015), the Supreme Court addressed the issue of sign regulations imposed

Medium
Unit 5: Political Participation

Argumentative Essay - The Effectiveness of Lobbying in Shaping Policy

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Effectiveness of Primary Elections

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Argumentative Essay - The Impact of Voter ID Laws on Democratic Participation

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Hard

Argumentative Essay - The Influence of Political Action Committees on Elections

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Hard

Argumentative Essay - The Role of Third Parties in the US Political System

Answer the following AP Government and Politics Argumentative Essay Question

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Campaign Finance

In the upcoming senatorial race, a newcomer to politics, Alex Martinez, decides to run as an Indepen

Hard

Concept Application: Barriers - Gerrymandering

In the upcoming congressional elections, a district has been redrawn in a manner that critics claim

Easy

Concept Application: Barriers - Incumbent Advantage

In a highly anticipated mayoral race in a large city, incumbent Mayor Johnson seeks reelection again

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Third Party Challenges

In the 2024 presidential election, the Green Party decides to run a candidate who has a strong envir

Medium

Concept Application: Barriers - Voter ID Laws

In a recent state election, a new law requiring voters to present specific forms of photo identifica

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - Freedom of Speech

At Westside High School, a group of students decides to wear black armbands to school as a form of p

Easy

Concept Application: Constitution - Freedom of the Press

In recent years, the town of Fairview has seen a dramatic increase in public interest journalism, wi

Hard

Concept Application: Constitution - Right to a Fair Trial

In the city of Justiceburg, a high-profile case has captured the nation's attention. John Doe, a loc

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - Right to Privacy

In the digital age, the city of Technoville has implemented an advanced surveillance system in publi

Medium

Concept Application: Constitution - The Right to Assemble

In the small town of Libertyville, a group of citizens has grown increasingly concerned about the st

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Campaign Finance Reform

In the midst of a heated presidential campaign, a new political action committee (PAC), named 'Futur

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Electoral College Debate

Following a presidential election, a significant controversy arises when the candidate who wins the

Hard

Concept Application: Misc - Gerrymandering and Electoral Fairness

Following a decennial census, the state legislature in a politically divided state undertakes the pr

Medium

Concept Application: Misc - Third Party Impact

In a closely contested presidential election, a third-party candidate, Dr. Maria Gonzales, gains sig

Extreme

Concept Application: Misc - Voter ID Laws

In the lead-up to a critical midterm election, several states enact new voter ID laws requiring vote

Easy

SCOTUS Comparison - Arizona Free Enterprise Club's Freedom Club PAC v. Bennett

In Arizona Free Enterprise Club's Freedom Club PAC v. Bennett (2011), the Supreme Court addressed th

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Buckley v. Valeo

In Buckley v. Valeo (1976), the Supreme Court addressed the issue of campaign finance in the wake of

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Federal Election Commission v. Wisconsin Right to Life, Inc.

In Federal Election Commission v. Wisconsin Right to Life, Inc. (2007), the Supreme Court addressed

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - McCutcheon v. FEC

In McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission (2014), the Supreme Court addressed federal aggregate l

Medium

SCOTUS Comparison - Speechnow.org v. FEC

In Speechnow.org v. Federal Election Commission (2010), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circu

Medium

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