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7 Years War - AP® US History Crash Course

7 Years War: AP® US History Crash Course

Have you heard of the Seven Years War? Did you know that it actually lasted for nine years? Did you know that it’s also called the French and Indian War? If you didn’t answer yes to these questions then this AP® US History crash course on the Seven Years War is for you! As an APUSH student, it’s not too important to know the specifics of the fighting and the battles themselves, so this review will focus mostly on the effects and the impacts of the war.

The First Great Awakening - AP® US History Crash Course

The First Great Awakening: AP® US History Crash Course

Before the age of revolution, America experienced a time of intense revival and renewed focus on religion. It shaped much of American culture in years to come and laid the foundation for future religious and social movements. As an AP® US History student, it is absolutely essential that you understand the importance of the first great awakening in America. This crash course will fill you in!

The 3 Best Methods for AP® US History Review

The 3 Best Methods for AP® US History Review

You will invest a lot of time and effort in getting ready for the AP® US History exam, and how you approach your review is essential in getting the best score you can on the exam. This blog post will give you the three best methods for AP® US History review. It is important to remember that study methods are not “one size fits all”. What works for one student may not work for you.

Important Historical Thinking Skills for the AP® US History

The 5 Most Important Historical Thinking Skills for the AP® US History Test

You will invest a lot of time in preparing for the AP® U.S. History Exam, and how you approach each question is key in getting the maximum number of point for that question. Your best bet is to make sure that you have developed solid historical thinking skills. This APUSH review will define the nine historical thinking skills that are central to the study and practice of history. We will then discuss the five most important of those skills needed to excel on the exam.

The Ultimate Guide to the 2015 AP® US History LEQ

The Ultimate Guide to the 2015 AP® US History LEQ

Only at the very end of the AP® U.S. History exam do you reach the Long Essay Question (LEQ). As a result, the LEQ is a challenge for even the most prepared test-taker. By this point in the exam, you are mentally exhausted, your hand is tired from writing all the other free response questions, and you just want to go home.

Samuel Clemens AP® US History Guide

Who was Samuel Clemens? AP® US History Guide

Born in Florida, Missouri, Samuel Clemens is best known as Mark Twain, the author of some of the most popular classic novels of all time, including The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His life and accomplishments have made him famous throughout the world and most definitely in historical circles

Understanding the New AP® US History DBQ Rubric

Understanding the New AP® US History DBQ Rubric

Just like a touchdown and extra point, the new AP® US History DBQ is worth seven points. The DBQ is 25% of your final score on the exam, so it is crucial for you to understand the changes to the rubric, as well as how to write the best DBQ possible.