American Democracy Now, 2nd Edition (Harrison)

Chapter 1: People, Politics, and Participation

Learning Objectives

Having studied this chapter, students should be able to do each of the following:

1. Define government and identify its key functions.
2. Compare and contrast the various types of government.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the origins of American democracy.
4. Identify the core values underlying American political culture.
5. Evaluate the significance of demographic changes in the United States.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the key ideologies in U.S. politics.