AP History Essay - Earning a score of 4 or More

What is the time limit for writing the long essay question (LEQ) in the AP History exam?

• 40 minutes

• 50 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 20 minutes

What is the first step in writing the LEQ?

• Read the prompt

• Analyze the evidence

• Outline your essay

• Write the thesis statement

How many points can you earn for a well-developed thesis statement in the LEQ?

• 1 point

• 3 points

• 0 points

• 2 points

What is the purpose of contextualization in the LEQ?

• To provide background information

• To analyze the evidence

• To compare different perspectives

• To support the thesis statement

How many pieces of evidence should you include in the LEQ to earn the maximum points?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4+

What is the main focus of the second point in the rubric for the LEQ?

• Historical reasoning

• Complexity

• Thesis statement

• Contextualization

What is the purpose of the analysis and reasoning section in the LEQ?

• To summarize the main points

• To provide additional evidence

• To evaluate the historical thinking skill

• To compare different perspectives

How many points can you earn for demonstrating a nuanced understanding in the LEQ?

• 0 points

• 1 point

• 2 points

• 3 points

What is the last step (if you have time)?

• Writing a thesis

• Writing a contextualization

• Connecting your evidence to your thesis

• Writing a conclusion

What is the first step in the analysis and reasoning portion of the rubric?

• Using the analytical task of the prompt to frame your analysis

• Connecting your thesis to your context

• Exploring nuance in your use of evidence

• Elaborating on your 'although' statement from your thesis.