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AP European History exam
One of the more challenging AP exams with only 11.7% of students scoring a five.
DBQ
Document Based Question, a crucial part of the AP Euro exam worth 25% of the total score.
Scoring guidelines
A set of criteria the AP graders use to evaluate DBQ responses.
Thesis/Claim
A historically defensible statement that establishes a line of reasoning.
Contextualization
Describing a broader historical context relevant to the prompt.
Evidence from the Documents
Using content from at least three documents to address the prompt.
Evidence beyond the Documents
Including at least one additional piece of specific historical evidence relevant to the argument.
Sourcing
Explaining the relevance of a document's point of view, purpose, historical situation, or audience.
Complexity
Demonstrating a nuanced understanding of historical developments with supporting evidence.
Multiple choice section
The portion of the exam consisting of 55 questions and accounting for 40% of the score.
Short answer questions
A segment of the exam that includes three questions and is worth 20% of the score.
Free response section
Accounts for 40% of the total score and includes the DBQ among two questions.
Active reading
Engaging deeply with the documents to create an outline or plan.
Solid thesis
A strong, defendable claim that serves as the foundation for your argument in the DBQ.
Practice exams
Simulated tests that help prepare for the AP exam and improve DBQ responses.
Timing
Managing allotted time effectively during the DBQ to reduce stress.
Skimming documents
Quickly reading through documents to understand their overall message.
Citing evidence
Referencing specific pieces of information in the response to support the thesis.
Linking back to the thesis
Consistently relating arguments and evidence to the central claim.
Introductory paragraph
The opening section of an essay that introduces the thesis and main argument.
Conclusion
The closing portion of an essay that summarizes and connects back to the thesis.
Holistic view
A comprehensive perspective that encompasses all components of the argument.
Additional historical evidence
Extra information beyond the documents necessary to strengthen an argument.
Highlight or circle keywords
Emphasizing important terms in the documents for better recall during writing.
Peer grading
Evaluating practice DBQs to understand structure and identify mistakes.
Historical situation
The context surrounding a document's creation that influences its content.
Diverse perspectives
Multiple viewpoints presented in the documents for a well-rounded argument.
AP classes
Advanced Placement courses that can influence college admissions more than exam scores.
Admissions Calculator
A tool that assesses the impact of GPA and test scores on college applications.
Structured essay
A clearly organized written response that presents a logical argument.
Feedback mechanism
Using results from practice exams to identify weaknesses and improve responses.
Stress management
Techniques and strategies used to remain calm during the exam process.
Keyword strategy
Identifying important terms to guide arguments in the DBQ.
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