LEQ Quick Quiz

What is a thesis in the context of AP US History?

• Statement that addresses part of the essay prompt

• Statement that outlines the claim that you are making

• Statement that states your personal opinion regarding the essay prompt

• Statement that quotes evidence from provided documents

Which of these is not an example of one of the historical thinking skills we use in AP US History?

• Developments and Processes

• Model Analysis

• Making Connections

• Argumentation

Which of the following is a good example of a type of evidence to use in your LEQ?

• A quote taken directly from a provided stimulus

• Information synthesized from a provided stimulus

• A copy & pasted analysis of the topic from a reputable article on the Internet

• A vague statement that you assume the reader will understand relates to the topic

What does it mean to provide "historical context" in your LEQ?

• Theorize about what would have happened if an historical event did not occur

• Make a connection with a present-day problem

• Ask questions of the reader so that they can better understand your argument

• Elaborate on the circumstances surrounding an historical event

Which of the following is necessary to include in your LEQ?

• Make a claim that responds to all parts of the prompt

• Develop and support an argument that applies historical thinking skills

• Explain connections between your argument and either a different historical situation or a course theme

• All of the Above