leq help
Released LEQ's
An extensive list of all FRQ's ever used on the AP exam
ap_european_history_frqs.doc | |
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How to structure the core
core_structure_worksheet.doc | |
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FRQ topics used on old AP tests
frq_topics1.doc | |
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DBQ HELP
2019 DBQ Released Answers
2018 DBQ released answers
APPARTS
how_apparts_can_help_create_a_pov_statement_for_dbq.doc | |
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What your DBQ should look like
DBQ outline
dbq_outline1.doc | |
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DBQ analysis
dbq_breakdown.doc | |
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A Student's Guide to writing the DBQ
DBQ Do's and Don'ts
point_of_view1.doc | |
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Synonyms for "Said"/ Transitional Phrases
P.O.V.
The document-based question in the Advanced placement history examinations assesses your ability to analyze historical documents and to write a coherent essay based on the provided sources. You earn one out of six core points for demonstrating your skill in evaluating the point of view that these sources represent. You must provide at least three examples of point-of-view analysis in your essay, based on your understanding that each document is an expression of the author’s interpretation of events, not indisputable fact.
Step 1: Attribute the document to its author. You are demonstrating your understanding that the document is based on the author’s personal perspective and objective. This simple citation will add a point to your score. Cite the author for each document you mention in your essay.
Step 2: Indicate the authorial point of view by taking attribution one step further and demonstrating how the author’s perspective, bias and circumstances influenced his documentation of the facts. Account for the author’s political position, gender, class or religion and its bearing on his representation of the facts.
Step 3: Examine the reliability and accuracy of the author as well as the document type. Take note if the document is a personal letter as opposed to a public oration, or if the author is a famous and respected personality. For example, question the reliability of a renowned historian’s writings if you are reading her private diary as opposed to her published manuscript.
Step 4: Analyze the tone or intent of the piece. If you notice that the voice of the author is particularly strong and passionate, or that the tone of the document is subtly ironic, make note of this in your essay and discuss how the tone shades the intent of the document. Studying the tone of the document will help you understand the author’s motivation and intent in writing the document. This method is particularly effective for analyzing a visual source, such as a painting.
Step 1: Attribute the document to its author. You are demonstrating your understanding that the document is based on the author’s personal perspective and objective. This simple citation will add a point to your score. Cite the author for each document you mention in your essay.
Step 2: Indicate the authorial point of view by taking attribution one step further and demonstrating how the author’s perspective, bias and circumstances influenced his documentation of the facts. Account for the author’s political position, gender, class or religion and its bearing on his representation of the facts.
Step 3: Examine the reliability and accuracy of the author as well as the document type. Take note if the document is a personal letter as opposed to a public oration, or if the author is a famous and respected personality. For example, question the reliability of a renowned historian’s writings if you are reading her private diary as opposed to her published manuscript.
Step 4: Analyze the tone or intent of the piece. If you notice that the voice of the author is particularly strong and passionate, or that the tone of the document is subtly ironic, make note of this in your essay and discuss how the tone shades the intent of the document. Studying the tone of the document will help you understand the author’s motivation and intent in writing the document. This method is particularly effective for analyzing a visual source, such as a painting.
Point of View Help
Podcasts by Meredith Noah (A.P. Teacher)
The first one is long, but it really goes through each element:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VdHhIAg3Rs
This one is on POV and grouping:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhDDAJF6-SU
This one is on thesis statements:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oijuhnArcvk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VdHhIAg3Rs
This one is on POV and grouping:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhDDAJF6-SU
This one is on thesis statements:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oijuhnArcvk