AP Test Format

Section 1:

  • Part A: (55 Multiple Choice Questions)
    • 55 minutes to complete
    • 40% of the exam grade
  • Part B: Short Answer (3 short answer questions)
    • #1: From Periods 3-6
    • #2: From Periods 3-6
    • #3: OPTION from Period 1-3 or Period 3-6
    • 40 minutes to complete ALL 3
    • 20% of exam grade

Section 2:

  • Part A: Document Based Question (1 question)
    • From Periods 3-6
    • 60 minutes to complete
    • 25% of exam grade
  • Part B: Long Essay Question (1 question/ 3 options)
    • Options from Periods 1-2, 3-4, 5-6
    • 40 minutes to complete
    • 15% of exam grade