Understanding the DBQ in AP US History

The video provides a guide to the 2020 AP US History exam, detailing the new format, scoring system, and how to prepare. The exam will be held on May 15, 2020, and will consist of one document-based question (DBQ) with fewer documents and an open book policy. The scoring system allows for up to 10 points, with specific criteria for thesis, contextualization, evidence, and analysis. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding the context and providing a complex understanding of historical topics.

When is the 2020 AP US History Exam scheduled to take place?

• April 20, 2020

• June 1, 2020

• May 15, 2020

• May 10, 2020

What is the format of the 2020 AP US History Exam?

• Multiple choice only

• One document-based question (DBQ)

• Multiple choice and short answer

• Long essay and DBQ

How many documents will the DBQ include in the 2020 exam?

• Three

• Ten

• Five

• Seven

What periods of US history does the 2020 exam cover?

• Periods 2 through 6

• Periods 5 through 9

• Periods 1 through 5

• Periods 3 through 7

How many points can you earn for the thesis and contextualization in the DBQ?

• Four points each

• Three points each

• Two points each

• One point each

What is required to earn evidence points in the DBQ?

• Ignoring document content

• Quoting documents directly

• Describing and using documents to support your argument

• Listing document titles

How many additional evidence points can you earn beyond the documents?

• Three

• Two

• Four

• One

What is the purpose of source analysis in the DBQ?

• To ignore the document's purpose

• To list the document's author

• To explain the relevance of the document's context

• To summarize the document

What does demonstrating a complex understanding in the DBQ involve?

• Repeating the thesis

• Ignoring historical context

• Corroborating, qualifying, or modifying your argument

• Listing historical events

What is the maximum score you can achieve on the DBQ?

• Five points

• Seven points

• Ten points

• Twelve points