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Writing is an important part of the discipline of history, and it is a critical component of the AP European History Exam in May, as it constitutes 60% of the scoring. Therefore, it is essential for students to practice writing skills. Some questions to consider when writing: Do I have a clear and specific thesis? Do I separate my ideas and support them with factual evidence? Do I fully analyze the sources I am using? Do the sources have any bias/slant? Does this topic lend itself to other European history topics? Have I included any definitions/explanations that are necessary? Have I referred to political, economic, and social changes? I am always available both before and after school to assist you with your writing.
Explore the College Board's Rubrics for AP Histories. Both AP European History and AP U.S. History have undergone design changes in the past two years. As part of these changes, both courses now have the same rubrics for the writing portion of the exam.
Rubrics for AP Histories - Fall 2017.pdfBoth the DBQ (Document Based Question)and the LEQ (Long Essay Question) require a thesis. Your thesis\argument will drive your essay. With a thesis in AP Euro you must ATQ (Answer the Question)!
Writing a Thesis and Making an Argument.docThe Document Based Question (DBQ)
The Document Based Question (DBQ)
An important part of the DBQ (Document Based Question) is the discerning of the Point of View (POV) of the author of a given document. Point of View is not what an author is saying, but rather why the author is expressing a particular viewpoint. What are the author's biases? What factors are influencing the author's writing?
Point of View Revised 2.pptxIt is important to use a good formulaic or lead-in phrase when you are expressing the POV of the author of a document. An effective formulaic sentence lets the reader of your DBQ know that you are about to identify POV.
POV Formulaic Phrases.docxThis video will provide you with some strategies to employ for writing a solid DBQ on the exam.
The Long Essay Question (LEQ)
The Long Essay Question (LEQ)
This video will provide you with some strategies to employ for writing a solid LEQ on the exam.
The Short Answer Questions (SAQs)
The Short Answer Questions (SAQs)
On the exam, you will be required to respond to three Short Answer Questions (SAQs). Scoring for the SAQs is not based upon a rubric. No thesis or synthesis is required. You will be given a stimulus or prompt and be asked to address three specific items. The key to the SAQs is both to identify and EXPLAIN. Forty minutes are allotted for the SAQs and they account for 20% of your grade on the exam.
Sample SAQ for the Website.docxThis video will provide you with some strategies to employ for writing effective SAQs on the exam.
Of course, there are phrases that you should OUTLAW in your essays!!!
Of course, there are phrases that you should OUTLAW in your essays!!!
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