AP Comp Gov Unit 2
Authored by Alicia Sexton
Social Studies
9th - 12th Grade
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This AP Comparative Government quiz focuses on political systems and institutional structures across six major countries: Mexico, Iran, China, the United Kingdom, Russia, and Nigeria. Designed for 12th grade Advanced Placement students, the assessment evaluates understanding of judicial independence, electoral systems, legislative structures, and executive powers within different governmental frameworks. Students must demonstrate mastery of comparative political concepts including the distinction between presidential and parliamentary systems, the role of separation of powers in democratic governance, and how institutional design affects political outcomes. The questions require sophisticated analytical skills to differentiate between various forms of authoritarianism and democracy, understand the relationship between constitutional provisions and actual political practice, and recognize how electoral mechanisms shape representation and accountability across different political contexts. Created by Alicia Sexton, a Social Studies teacher in the US who teaches grades 9-12. This comprehensive assessment serves multiple instructional purposes within an AP Comparative Government course, functioning effectively as a unit review, formative assessment tool, or homework assignment to reinforce key concepts about political institutions and governance structures. The quiz format allows students to practice the analytical thinking required for AP exam success while building familiarity with the six core countries that form the foundation of the AP Comparative Government curriculum. Teachers can use this assessment to identify areas where students need additional support in understanding complex political systems and to gauge readiness for more advanced comparative analysis. The content aligns with College Board AP Comparative Government standards, particularly those addressing political institutions, governance structures, and the comparative method essential for success in advanced political science coursework.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
the judiciary has improved its independence with constitutional amendments, but pressures from organized crime threaten independence.
Mexico
Iran
China
U.K.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
there is no independence of courts even though judges sometimes make rulings against the government in lawsuits by citizens.
Nigeria
U.K.
Iran
China
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
constitution states the judiciary is an independent power but the courts are commonly used to prosecute opposition figures creating a culture of rule by law.
Nigeria
Iran
Mexico
U.K
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which is an accurate description of how judicial independence can strengthen democracy?
A. Maintenance of the separation of powers and tradition of supporting the military.
Protecting civil liberties and a tendency to rule against political dissent.
Maintenance of the authority of the ruling party and the protection of checks and balances.
Establishing the rule of law and the protection of civil liberties.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
members serve 5-year terms and are indirectly elected through a series of regional legislative assemblies.
The Guardian Council
China’s National People’s Congress (NPC)
Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
stronger lower chamber — is partially elected in party list elections and partially directly elected in single-member district, plurality winner elections
The Duma
Federation Council
House of Represetatives
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which two countries have a presidential system.
Russia and Mexico
Russia and Nigeria
Mexico and Nigeria
Russia and China
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