AP U.S Government & Politics Book 3: Political Behavior & Civil Liberties
AP U.S. Government & Politics Book 3: Political Behavior & Civil Liberties
Explore How Citizens Shape American Government
AP U.S. Government & Politics Book 3: Political Behavior & Civil Liberties provides an in-depth look at how individuals, groups, and the media influence U.S. politics while examining the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution. This book is designed for AP students and anyone seeking to understand the interaction between citizens and government institutions.
Political Behavior
The first part of the book explores political behavior, including voting, political participation, public opinion, and political parties. First, it explains how citizens form opinions and how demographics, socialization, and media influence political choices. Next, students will learn about interest groups, lobbyists, and political movements, along with their role in shaping policies and election outcomes.
Civil Liberties and Rights
The second part focuses on civil liberties and rights. In addition, it examines the Constitution’s protections, including the Bill of Rights, freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and privacy. Furthermore, the book discusses landmark Supreme Court cases that define civil rights and liberties, including issues related to equality, due process, and individual freedoms.
Real-World Applications
This book emphasizes how political behavior and civil liberties affect everyday life. For example, students see how public opinion shapes legislation, elections, and policy debates. It also explains how civil liberties protect citizens from government overreach while ensuring justice and equality.
Clear and Accessible Content
AP U.S. Government & Politics Book 3 uses simple language, diagrams, and examples to make complex concepts easy to understand. Additionally, practice questions and chapter summaries reinforce learning and prepare students for the AP exam.
Whether you are studying for the AP exam or want to understand citizen influence and constitutional protections, this book is an essential resource for mastering American political behavior and civil liberties.
Course Features
- Lectures 13
- Quizzes 4
- Duration 52 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 195
- Assessments Yes
- 2 Sections
- 13 Lessons
- 52 Weeks
- Political Behavior and Political Groups13
- 1.1U.S Political Behavior & Public Opinion
- 1.2Assessment U.S Political Behavior & Public Opinion15 Minutes5 Questions
- 1.3U.S Interest Groups
- 1.4Assessment U.S Interest Groups15 Minutes6 Questions
- 1.5U.S Mass Media
- 1.6Assessment U.S Mass Media10 Minutes4 Questions
- 1.7U.S Political Parties
- 1.8Structure and Organization of U.S Political Parties
- 1.9Assessment U.S Political Parties20 Minutes9 Questions
- 1.10Voting
- 1.11Elections & Types of Elections
- 1.12Calendar of U.S Elections
- 1.13Financing Campaigns
- Civil Liberties and Civil Rights4
