U.S. Government Structure and Functions

This video is part of the 2023 AP U.S. Government practice sessions led by Ashley Vasek. It provides an introduction to the sessions, focusing on multiple choice questions in the first session. Key tips include time management, understanding question difficulty, and using test booklets for notes. The video also analyzes several sample questions, offering insights into the correct answers and explanations. The session emphasizes the importance of reviewing specific units and understanding foundational documents and court cases.

What is the primary focus of the first AP U.S. Government and Politics practice session?

• Project presentations

• Group discussions

• Multiple choice practice

• Essay writing

Which units should you focus on when preparing for the multiple choice section?

• Units 3, 4, and 6

• Units 10, 11, and 12

• Units 1, 5, and 2

• Units 7, 8, and 9

What is a key strategy for handling questions that involve charts or graphs?

• Ignore the data and guess

• Skip these questions

• Read the data carefully and use it to choose the best answer

• Only focus on the text

How does the Supreme Court's decision in Marbury v. Madison relate to foundational documents?

• It relates to the Tenth Amendment

• It is connected to the Declaration of Independence

• It is linked to Federalist 78

• It is associated with Federalist 10

What is the likely outcome of new legislation on automobile safety?

• Supreme Court reviews it annually

• States start manufacturing cars

• Mandatory federal budgeting

• Department of Transportation creates regulations

Which of the following is true about congressional leadership according to the diagram?

• Speaker of the House appoints minority leaders

• Senate Majority Leader is as powerful as the Whip

• Both chambers use majority and minority whips

• Senate does not recognize political parties

What is a function of the Supreme Court as outlined in Article 3 of the Constitution?

• Interpret constitutionality of laws

• Adjudicate disputes between branches

• Overturn state legislation

• Serve as the highest court of appeals

How are congressional committees typically organized?

• By the executive branch

• By state delegation

• As required by the Constitution

• By the majority party

What action can a president take to gain public support for their legislative agenda?

• Use the State of the Union Address

• Sign a bill into law

• Forge an executive agreement

• Hold private meetings with Congress

What does the Supreme Court's decision in Shaw v. Reno address?

• State officials refusing federal laws

• Racial gerrymandering in districting

• State firearm bans

• Public school expulsions