Hey guys! So, I'm starting to study for the AP World History AP exam, and I was wondering: are there any study guides or resources you would recommend? Like, what really helped you to prepare and get a good score? Thanks in advance!
Hi there! It's great that you're beginning to prepare for the AP World History exam. I've seen many students benefit from a combination of resources to help them study effectively. Here are some recommendations:
1. Review books: The Princeton Review's Cracking the AP World History Exam and Barron's AP World History are popular options. They offer content summaries, test-taking strategies, and practice questions. Another resource is AMSCO's World History: Preparing for the Advanced Placement Examination, which provides an in-depth overview of the material along with numerous practice questions.
2. Online platforms: College Board's AP Classroom provides access to real AP questions, progress checks, and personalized feedback. You can also join CollegeVine's free AP test prep program that offers preparation tips and resources for various AP courses.
3. Quizlet: Search for Quizlet flashcard sets covering AP World History content. These digital flashcards can help you learn and review key terms, concepts, and important people. They're great for quick reviews, especially during periods of downtime.
4. Videos: The Crash Course YouTube channel provides an engaging overview of the various historical periods and themes covered in the AP World History curriculum. For more specific video resources, check out the playlist by Freemanpedia, which offers targeted videos on each section of the syllabus.
5. Practice timing and essays: The essay portions of the AP exam, including the Document-Based Question (DBQ) and Long Essay Question (LEQ), require good time management. Practice writing essays within the time constraints, and have someone review and provide constructive feedback so you can improve your skills.
6. Create a study plan: Determine how much time you need to allocate for each topic, in addition to tackling essay questions and practice tests. Setting a consistent study schedule can improve your retention and comprehension of the material.
Best of luck in your preparation for the AP World History exam, and I hope these recommendations prove helpful!
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