American Government (Cliffs Quick Review) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Paul Soifer, Abraham Hoffman, D. Stephen Voss
Publisher: Cliffs Notes
Category: Book
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ISBN: 0764563726
Dewey Decimal Number: 320.473
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Publication Date: May 29, 2001
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When it comes to pinpointing the stuff you really need to know, nobody does it better than CliffsNotes. This fast, effective tutorial helps you master core American government concepts -- from the First Continental Congress and the Bill of Rights to modern political parties and economic policy -- and get the best possible grade. At CliffsNotes, we're dedicated to helping you do your best, no matter how challenging the subject. Our authors are veteran teachers and talented writers who know how to cut to the chase -- and zero in on the essential information you need to succeed.
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 Great for CLEP October 15, 2008
I was looking for a book to refresh my memory before taking the American Government CLEP. I read the other reviews here and decided to give this a chance. It is a really quick read, and it is a great book for last minute cramming. If you are looking for a book that you can skim the night before the CLEP and still learn the relevant information, get this book.
good refresher for the test September 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I used this book and instant cert both good resources for this clep test.
I would rate this a 3 on a scale of 5 for difficulty this is not the easiest, but read the book and know your amendment and articles and important supreme court cases you'll do fine.
great review following a textbook or other larger resource August 26, 2008
I read this book following a more detailed book (Complete Idiots Guide to American Government). The review reintroduced the necessary concepts in a clear and concise manner to understand American Government. I Brought this book to the CLEP exam and went over The Constitution and Supreme Court Decisions just before. I Scored a 58 or "B" grade and highly recommend this book as a test preparation or general understanding of our American government
Use this book! March 19, 2008
This was the only book I studied for the CLEP. In addition I took the practice test in the CLEP Study Guide. I studied for two weeks (not consistently). This book was straight and to the point. I thought the test was challenging but this book helped a lot. There were a couple topics not covered in the book that were on the test (direct democracies and majority rule). If you don't want to spend a ton of time preparing, I recommend getting this book and the CLEP Study Guide.
 Great CLEP review February 23, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I had about a week and a half to study and this book was the only study guide I used. I scored a 59 - not great, but a 50 is enough to pass.
Make sure you know the presidential election process inside and out. There were several electoral college questions that I got jammed up on. Also, a couple congressional election questions were included. Know the procedures and #of votes needed to propose and ratify amendments. Know your major supreme court case decisions, especially as they apply to civil liberties/rights.
Study this book and you should do okay.
Good luck.
Pete
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