Hey guys! I'm currently taking AP World History, and I'm curious about the exam breakdown. What are the different sections and how are they weighted in the final score?
Hey there! The AP World History exam consists of two main sections, each contributing to the final exam score.
Section 1: Multiple Choice and Short Answer Questions (SAQs)
- This section accounts for 60% of your overall score.
- It's divided into two parts:
1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): There are 55 MCQs, and you'll have 55 minutes to complete them. The MCQs count toward 40% of your final score.
2. Short Answer Questions (SAQs): You'll have to answer three SAQs in 40 minutes, which make up the remaining 20% of your overall exam score. You'll answer one SAQ about a secondary source, one about a primary source, and one that is either a map or an image-based source.
Section 2: Free-Response Questions (FRQs)
- This section contributes 40% to your overall exam score.
- It's also divided into two parts:
1. Document-Based Question (DBQ): This question requires you to analyze a set of documents to construct an argument. You'll have 60 minutes to write the DBQ, which carries 25% of your final score.
2. Long Essay Question (LEQ): You'll choose one of three possible prompts and have 40 minutes to write your essay. The LEQ accounts for the remaining 15% of your overall exam score.
It's essential to manage your time effectively throughout the exam, ensuring each section gets the appropriate attention. Being well-prepared in content and practicing various types of questions will also be crucial for your success. Good luck!
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