The DBQ requires you to analyze the documents in addition to bringing outside information to bear on the question. This is a difficult task, and you have only 15 minutes to plan before you begin writing. Don’t panic! Use the same strategies given for the LEQ for document analysis. The more you practice using these […]
The second part of Section II of the AP exam contains three long essay questions—you must respond to one. The AP U.S. History long essay question assesses your ability to apply knowledge of history in a complex, analytical manner. In other words, you are expected to treat history and historical questions as a historian would. […]
One of the most common questions we hear from people planning on taking the GRE is, how should they start studying? There’s a lot of material and a lot of test strategies to remember, so having a game plan to start out can be really helpful. Here are four steps to take to help you […]
If you are considering going to grad school, people are going to start throwing conflicting opinions at you as to whether you should go to grad school directly after undergrad or if you should take a few years off and then go to grad school. Both paths are valid and have their respective advantages/disadvantages, so […]
The 20th and 21st centuries brought about huge global social and economic changes. Read on to learn about globalization and trade, the fight for racial and gender equality, religious development and internationalization as you prepare for the AP World History: Modern Exam. Table of Contents Globalization Trade Organizations Regional Organizations Social and Cultural Changes Globalization […]
Learning about the countries involved in European exploration and the role European expansion played in world history will help you prepare for the AP World History: Modern Exam. Table of Contents European Exploration: Portugal European Exploration: Spain European Exploration: The Dutch European Exploration: England European Exploration: France The Development of the Global Economy Reaction to […]
Early European history set the stage for the significant world developments to follow. Read on for key events, periods, and developments in European history to prepare for success on the AP World History: Modern Exam. Table of Contents Europe During the Late Middle Ages European Renaissance Protestant Reformation Scientific Revolution The Enlightenment Unification of Italy […]
Having a solid understanding of civilizations in Asia will set you up for success on the AP World History: Modern Exam. Read on for a summary of the major ancient Asian civilizations you’ll need to know for the AP World History test. Table of Contents: Chinese Empire Korea Japan Chinese Empire Commonalities Across Chinese Empire […]
Understanding significant events in Middle Eastern history is key for success on the AP World History: Modern Exam. Read on for a review of key information about the history of the Middle East. Table of Contents State-Building—Safavid Dynasty Sunni-Shi’a Split Widens Zionism and Palestinian Nationalism Arab Spring Middle East Notes: State-Building—Safavid Dynasty The formation of […]
If you’re considering going to graduate school, you’ve likely begun thinking about applications and admissions requirements. This invariably includes the GRE, or Graduate Record Examinations, an admissions test made up of Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning sections. Why do people take the GRE? The GRE is used by many graduate schools to determine […]