04. AP US History

What does the AP US History Exam Look Like?

AP U.S. HISTORY EXAM: 3 HOURS 15 MINUTES

Assessment Overview

The AP Exam questions measure students’ knowledge of U.S. history and their ability to think historically. Questions are based on key and supporting concepts, course themes, and historical thinking skills.

Format of Assessment

Section I Part A: Multiple Choice | 50–55 Questions | 55 Minutes | 40% of Exam Score

• Questions appear in sets of 2–5.

• Students analyze historical texts, interpretations, and evidence.

• Primary and secondary sources, images, graphs, and maps are included.

Section I Part B: Short Answer | 4 Questions | 45 Minutes | 20% of Exam Score

• Questions provide opportunities for students to demonstrate what they know best. (No thesis.)

• Some questions include texts, images, graphs, or maps.

Section II Part A: Document Based | 1 Question | 60 Minutes | 25% of Exam Score

• Analyze and synthesize historical data. (Thesis required.)

• Assess written, quantitative, or visual materials as historical evidence.

Section II Part B: Long Essay | 1 Question | 35 Minutes | 15% of Exam Score

• Students select one question among two.

• Explain and analyze significant issues in U.S. history. (Thesis required.)

• Develop an argument supported by an analysis of historical evidence.

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Brilliant Page for US History Introduction to Topics and Review: http://ap.gilderlehrman.org/

Primary Sources According to Chapters with Questions http://college.cengage.com/history/us/bailey/american_pageant/11e/students/primary/index.html

Lectures http://www.pptpalooza.net/