Hey everyone! I'm planning on taking APUSH next year and I'm curious about how long the test actually takes. Does anyone know the duration of the APUSH exam? Thanks in advance!
Hey there! The AP United States History (APUSH) exam is typically 3 hours and 15 minutes long. The exam is divided into two main sections:
Section 1: Multiple Choice and Short Answer Questions
- Part A: 55 multiple-choice questions that you'll have 55 minutes to complete.
- Part B: 3 short-answer questions with 40 minutes to complete.
Section 2: Document-Based Question and Long Essay Question
- Part A: 1 document-based question that you'll have 60 minutes to complete (including a 15-minute reading period).
- Part B: 1 long essay question, which you'll have 40 minutes to write.
Each section is designed to assess your knowledge of US history, as well as your ability to analyze historical documents and write well-structured essays. Make sure to practice both your content knowledge and your writing skills in order to prepare effectively.
If you want an even more comprehensive breakdown of the APUSH exam, check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which covers its structure and content, and also includes some sample questions: https://blog.collegevine.com/ultimate-guide-to-the-u-s-history-ap-exam
Good luck with APUSH!
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