If you need to know it, it's in this book! Cracking the AP U.S. Government and Politics Exam, 2013 Edition, includes: 2 full-length practice tests with detailed explanations for each multiple-choice question, plus full breakdowns of how to tackle the free-response questions In-depth reviews of all AP U.S. Government & Politics topics, including the institutions of government, elections, political parties, interest groups, public policy, civil rights, constitutional underpinnings, and more A comprehensive glossary of key U.S. Government & Politics terms Useful techniques for cracking the free-response section Updated strategies that reflect the AP test scoring change