AP Government Vocabulary Quiz

Which term refers to the core American value that emphasizes the importance of personal freedom and self-reliance?

• Rule of Law

• Individualism

• Equality of Opportunity

• Public Policy

What is the economic system called where private businesses operate in competition and are largely free of state control?

• Keynesian Economics

• Free Enterprise

• Fiscal Policy

• Scientific Polling

Which principle states that all people and institutions are subject to and accountable to law that is fairly applied and enforced?

• Rule of Law

• Political Socialization

• Ideology

• Exit Polls

Which term describes the idea that everyone should have the same chance to achieve success?

• Equality of Opportunity

• Progressive

• Conservative

• Baby Boomer

What is the process by which individuals acquire their political beliefs and values?

• Fiscal Policy

• Political Socialization

• Horse Race Journalism

• Public Policy

Which ideology generally supports government intervention in the economy and progressive social values?

• Conservative

• Libertarian

• Liberal

• Laissez Faire Economics

Which ideology favors limited government, traditional values, and a free-market economy?

• Conservative

• Progressive

• Liberal

• Keynesian Economics

Which ideology advocates for minimal government intervention in both economic and social matters?

• Libertarian

• Liberal

• Conservative

• Fiscal Policy

What is the term for a survey that measures public opinion on various topics?

• Exit Polls

• Opinion Polls

• Benchmark Polls

• Scientific Polling

Which type of poll is conducted early in a campaign to gauge support for a candidate and establish a baseline for future comparison?

• Exit Polls

• Benchmark Polls

• Horse Race Journalism

• Public Policy