5 Steps to a 5: AP U.S. Government & Politics 2017, Cross-Platform Edition

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McGraw Hill Professional, Aug 5, 2016 - Study Aids - 304 pages

A proven 5-step study guide for today’s digital learners preparing for the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam

The wildly popular test prep guide—updated and enhanced for today’s digital learners—AP U.S. Government and Politics Cross-Platform Prep Course 2017 provides a proven strategy for achieving high scores on this demanding Advanced Placement exam, as well as access to the whole course in print, online, and on mobile devices.

This logical and easy-to-follow instructional guide introduces an effective 5-step study plan to help students build the skills, knowledge, and test-taking confidence they need to reach their full potential. The book helps students master both multiple-choice and free-response questions and offers comprehensive answer explanations and sample responses. Written by a U.S. government and politics teacher and AP exam reader, this insider’s guide reflects the latest course syllabus and includes 7 full-length practice exams, plus the most up-to-date scoring information.

With the Cross-Platform edition of this title, students can personalize an AP U.S. Government and Politics study plan with daily goals; utilize analytics to track their progress; access flash cards and games for study on the go; and practice answering AP-level questions online or on their smartphones.

The 5 Steps to a 5: AP U.S. Government and Politics 2017 effective 5-step plan breaks down test preparation into stages: 1. Set Up Your Study Program 2. Determine Your Test Readiness 3. Develop Strategies for Success 4. Develop the Knowledge You Need to Score High 5. Build Your Test-Taking Confidence.

  • 7 full-length practice exams
  • The 5 Steps to a 5 series has prepared millions of students for success

From inside the book

 

Contents

Step 1 Set Up Your Study Program
1
Step 2 Determine Your Test Readiness
15
Step 3 Develop Strategies for Success
37
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About the author (2016)

Pamela K. Lamb (Del Rio, TX) teaches AP U.S. government and politics at Del Rio High School and serves as a reader for AP exams in history, government, and economics.

Bibliographic information

Title5 Steps to a 5: AP U.S. Government & Politics 2017, Cross-Platform Edition
AuthorPamela K. Lamb
Edition8, illustrated
PublisherMcGraw Hill Professional, 2016
ISBN1259589439, 9781259589430
Length304 pages
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