So, you want to take AP Comparative Government, but you have no idea what this class is all about or if it's even worth taking in the first place. Show Ahhh, good old Comparative Government . . . the class where you compare governments. Literally. I'm not even joking. The entire point of this class is to compare and contrast different governance structures around the world. The countries this course focuses on are Great Britain, Iran, Nigeria, Mexico, China, and Russia. You get to learn all about the differences and similarities about the governments you hear about in the news (cough US-China trade war cough) and the governments that don't get a lot of coverage. That's exactly what makes this course so interesting! You get to learn about how governments across the globe function (or, in some cases, don't 😬 . . . big oof).  POV: You 20 years from now, sitting on a mountain, thinking about how glad you are you read that article about whether you should take CompGov (Image credit of Pixabay) If you want to learn more about the American government, you're looking in the wrong place, buddy. College Board has a whole class dedicated to the fifty nifty United States, and we have some great content to get you all prepped for the exam 👀. Buut, not here, this course is all things not US-related. So, should you take it? There's probably a bit more you want to know before taking the plunge. The workload for CompGov is different from teacher to teacher, and that's completely normal for any class. Some students have "heavy course loads" and have "multiple projects, readings, and activities with each concept/country" they need to learn about. Others "only had lectures, quizzes, and unit tests" and practically no homework (which is the dream, amirite? 😩). It also depends on your learning style and which of those is harder for you! To find out which your class is going to be, I'd recommend talking to someone at your school who has taken the class before. Did they think the course was hard? Reach out, and you can find out exactly what your teacher expects and plan accordingly. There are some things, though, that most students can agree on:
Because you're learning about six different countries' governments in one course, the information can get a bit confusing. This is especially true if you don't really know anything about governance in general. There's a lot of terms that you may have never heard before. Like, what is a "Supreme Leader" and are they #sponsored? (Spoiler alert btw: the Supreme Leader of Iran is not sponsored by Supreme). The combo of lots of new terms, concepts, and six governments to keep straight can be difficult for a lot of people. Here is a list of the best Quizlet decks for each unit to help you with this vocab though! That's why one student recommends making sure you "keep up with the classwork and truly understand what makes each country unique." You'll need to be organized and learn how to juggle discussing many different political systems at once. Student Tip: If you can, take AP US Government first! The class will give you an understanding of the basic concepts in government (like popular sovereignty, democracy, etc.), and you'll be able to approach each country with an understanding of how it compares to the one you already know a lot about. How many students pass AP Comp Gov? If you're more of a cold, hard numbers kinda person, then don't worry! We've still got you covered. In 2019, the score distributions for CompGov were as follows:
When it was all said and done, the majority of students that took the CompGov exam passed the exam, and nearly half got a 4 or a 5. This class gives you great insight into how different (and similar!) governments and political systems around the world really are. Students all agree that it's a really "interesting" class that teaches you a lot about the world. You'll gain a deeper understanding of international affairs and why countries react the way they do in different situations, why people protest their government, and why they choose the leaders they do. Every news story you read will be so much more complex with the knowledge you gain. world 👁👄👁 Image credit of Pixabay If you're worried about college credit, don't be! Almost 1700 colleges in the United States give some kind of credit for CompGov, and you can always check to see if your dream school does. Many of them give elective credit if you pass the exam, but it also serves as a prerequisite for many international affairs classes. At the very least, you'll be ahead of the curve when it comes to studying for an Intro to International Relations/Government class. You'll also get answers to questions 🤔 you may have about political systems. Like, what is a parliament? What does a communist government look like? How do theocracies work? Even, how is democracy done differently around the world? Regardless, this class will help you explore a bunch of different topics 🤓. You can see if you'll enjoy majoring in things like government, international relations, international business, languages, anthropology, and so many more. So, should you take CompGov? I can't decide for you, but I hope this helped. Personally, I would say go for it! Understanding major players in global politics is always a good idea. But, considering how much more connected and globalized our world is becoming, it may be a necessity going forward. This class can set the basis for your engagement with the news and expose you to unfamiliar political systems. At the same time, if you don't think you can balance a potentially challenging class with the other courses you're taking, it's okay to not take CompGov. Mental health >>> everything else. Honestly, it may not even be worth taking if you don't think you'll enjoy the content, and being miserable for a semester probably isn't worth it. I won't be mad if you don't sign up for it, I promise (#notsponsored). When it's all said and done, though, I just hope you enjoy whatever class you choose to take! 📚 > 🗳️> 📝7 min read•december 2, 2021 AP Comparative Government 🗳️Bookmarked 1.5k • 79 resourcesWe know that studying for your AP exams can be stressful, but Fiveable has your back! We have created a study plan that will help you crush your AP Comparative Government exam. We will continue to update this guide with more information about the 2022 exams, as well as helpful resources to help you score that 5. Create a Fiveable account and join Hours 🤝to stay involved in all things AP exams! 😁 This year, all AP exams will cover all units and essay types. The 2022 AP Comparative Government exam format will be: Section 1: Multiple Choice Questions
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You will have 3 hours to take the exam. Create a Fiveable account to get updates on the latest 2022 exam news. How should I prepare for the exam? We’ve put together this plan to help you study between now and May. This will cover all of the units and essay types to prepare you for your exam. Join Hours 🤝to talk to real students just like you studying for this exam! Before we begin, take some time to get organized. Remote learning can be great, but it also means you’ll need to hold yourself accountable more than usual. 🖥 Create a study space. Make sure you have a designated place at home to study. Somewhere you can keep all of your materials, where you can focus on learning, and where you are comfortable. Spend some time prepping the space with everything you need and you can even let others in the family know that this is your study space. 📚 Organize your study materials. Get your notebook, textbook, prep books, or whatever other physical materials you have. Also create a space for you to keep track of review. Start a new section in your notebook to take notes or start a Google Doc to keep track of your notes. Get yourself set up! 📅 Plan designated times for studying. The hardest part about studying from home is sticking to a routine. Decide on one hour every day that you can dedicate to studying. This can be any time of the day, whatever works best for you. Set a timer on your phone for that time and really try to stick to it. The routine will help you stay on track. 🏆 Decide on an accountability plan. How will you hold yourself accountable to this study plan? You may or may not have a teacher or rules set up to help you stay on track, so you need to set some for yourself. First set your goal. This could be studying for x number of hours or getting through a unit. Then, create a reward for yourself. If you reach your goal, then x. This will help stay focused! 🤝 Get support from your peers. There are thousands of students all over the world who are preparing for their AP exams just like you! Join Hours 🤝to chat, ask questions, and meet other students who are also studying for the spring exams. You can even build study groups and review material together! AP Comparative 2022 study planUnit 1: Political Systems, Regimes, and GovernmentsIn this unit, you go over how a political system impacts the lives of its people on a daily basis. You also go over how comparative political scientists generate meaningful conclusions to develop trends in other nations. 📚 Read these study guides: If you have more time or want to dig deeper: 💻 Learn about the best prep books so you can start studying early: Unit 2 can be broken down into 3 Big Ideas, according to the Course Exam and Description (CED):
📚 Read these study guides: If you have more time or want to dig deeper: 💻 Here are some Multiple Choice and Free Response Guides to assist you while studying! All-in-all, this unit is about people 👨👧 and their relationship with the state. You also need to explain what influences the relationship between the state and its people. 💱 📚 Read these study guides: If you have more time or want to dig deeper: 💻 Here are some Self-Studying/Homeschool tips for AP Comp Gov! In this unit, the focus is on how various electoral systems 🗳️ work in our course countries (UK, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, China, Nigeria) and how individuals participate in those systems via political parties, interest groups, and systems that support various interest groups. 📚 Read these study guides: If you have more time or want to dig deeper: 💻 Here is a Cheat Sheet and Review Chart for the Exam In this unit, you will explore the political systems and power structures of the six countries that are discussed in the course! Topics that are included:
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