Any tips for taking the AP U.S. History test?
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Don't concentrate so much on dates, but the concepts and reasoning behind wars and such...know about the presidency's is key... the test wasn't that hard to me... ap chem was much harder... on the ap us as long as you know the general information you can select the right answer... one girl in my class memorized the presidents in order and felt pretty slow when that didn't help her at all! Just relax and everything will come back to you!! Good Luck!! Peace
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It isn't difficult, as long as you are prepared.  I took my tests online at a computer testing center, and it made it much easier for me because I didn't have the stress of taking a traditional pencil and paper test.  \n\nI would recommend getting yourself a Praxis study book.  You can find them at campus bookstores or in the local library (if you get one at the library, make sure it is up to date...either this year or last year's version.)  Do a couple of the practice tests to find out what your weak areas are and study those.  \n\nYou'll do fine.  Good luck!
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Practice a lot.\nMake yourself some flash cards, with both sides and review them everywhere, bus, car ride, bathroom, in the hallway. Start early and they are easy to keep up with.
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extra-credit!  see if your history teacher does the extra-credit thing.  if so, take the opportunity!  sometimes extra-credit can take a C to a B.  \n\nif he/she doesnt do the extra-credit thing, bummer.  but there is also the work your butt off and make sure you have the best work on your paper before turning it in approach.  this could even take it to an A!  \n\nbasically, just do your best.  I know that everyone says it, and you might say that you are, but if you are getting a C, then your not because just about everyone is capable of getting B's and even A's.  \n\nGood luck!!\n\nPS  get a nice pencil, for some strange reason that helped me a lot with my science grade and other grades as well.
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There are tons. Just google which type of test you are taking ie. "history world war II study guide" or "practice test"
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The best way is...*drum rolls*...practice.\n\nThere's just no way around it. I recommend the official collegeboard SAT book, you can find that in most bookstores I believe. The practice tests in that book are very similar to the actual one. Whether or not you think you're good already at the section, make sure to read through the whole book. I only prepped for the SATs with that book, and I got a pretty decent score. So I really encourage you to get that book. If you're looking for something cheaper, you can try www.sparksnotes.com.\nExcellent site for some free practices. In the meantime, just browse for sites that give you free tests. www.collegeboard.com gives you ONE free test when you sign up.\n\nBest of luck for your SAT.
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im an A+ student.. here are some tips i use\n\nstudy looongg before the test begins\nwrite notes in class\nstudy with a friend.. its more fun\nsit away from window views\nmake sure there are no distractions\nstudy what u need 2 know\nquiz ur self often\ntake breaks every so often. \ndont take everything out on once\ndont even study using hours \njust study for a bit, take a break,\nand keep going. \nstudy and review what u learn each day\nbefore the test, get at least 8 hours of sleep\nhave a healthy breakfast\nand i hope u get a 100 on that test \ngood luck
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Remember that the physical presentation is always key: Introduction of topic in first paragraph, \nBody or middle paragraphs on the topic itself and supporting ideas and data,\nEnd Conclusion where the entire essay wraps up in a few sentences or a paragraph. \nDon't go off topic. If you feel stressed; take a break for a few seconds. Stress can cause the dreaded demon known as writer's block which can completely screw you over when you try to focus your ideas.  \nPractice at home/outside of class. If you have prep questions, enact a fantasy test day at home. Get the materials to write your paper and a timer that goes off. The timer can be your watch, a clock, or even your cell phone AT HOME--not in a library where it's really loudand can disturb others. Get the question in front of you and pretend you're taking the exam for real. Do this more than once and keep the copies of each time you do this so you can go over the papers you've written. Go over them with another student or teacher and explain to them the situation. Always record the start and stop time on each paper you write. Never cheat. And do this with the intent of building confidence in yourself and your ability to finish your paper in the time officially alotted/allowed you.  As you go over the copies you will either see improvement or not much of a change, both in the way that you write and the length of time it takes for you to get your ideas clear and focused and down on the paper. \nRemember to RELAX!!!\nIf you've gotten this far, then in all liklihood you'll pass the test in record/good time. Don't be afraid and be as stress-free as possible. Good luck. Maryann.
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1.  Come prepared with pens, white-out, pencils, erasers and a watch.\n2.  Sit up straight and don't sit near people who will distract you.  If you often have questions during the test, sit near the front of the room.\n3.  If you have to read something and answer questions about it, start by reading the questions first.  Then you'll know what to look for when you're doing the reading, and can underline important passages as you read.\n4.  Trust your intuition and keep the first answer you selected.\n5.  Use the information from multiple-choice questions to help you write essay questions.\n6.  If you have to write an essay question, use the words from the question in your introductory sentence.\n7.  If you have a math test, always show your work.\n8.  Give priority to the questions that are worth more points.  Don't waste ten minutes on a question worth one point unless you're finished everything else on the test.\n9.  Before you submit your test to the teacher, go back and make sure you've answered all the questions and didn't miss a page.\n10. If you had to answer multiple-choice questions on a bubble sheet, frequently check to make sure you're filling in the right row.  ALL of your answers will be wrong if you accidentally miss a row or put two answers in one row.\n11.  Plan something fun to do right after the test so that you won't just sit around worrying for the next two hours!\n\nGOOD LUCK!
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Study rhetoric and find your rhetorical style. Practice writing and organizing essays with a variety of topics.  Practice your organization and prewriting skills.  Read the essays in SAT study material and learn what the best essays should sound like and how they are organized.  The essays are given scores from 6-1.  Educate yourself on what the graders will be evaluating.  When you actually are taking the test, make sure that your ideas are well organized and stick to the topic.  Use prewriting techniques. Always proof read what you have written.
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1. Get a decent night's sleep\n2. Do some practice problems the night before as a little warm-up\n3. Eat a decent breakfast\n4. Stay calm\n5. And just try to stay concentrated while taking the test, it's a long test, but focus and concentration is key.\n\nRead the problems fully, and try to eliminate answers.\n\nYou should do fine. Good luck!
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Pay attention in class. If it's the SAT or ACT, buy a study book and study it. They really help you to prepare by giving you an idea of what it's like.
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As far as I know, it's graded on a curve, so the average is 3.  So that's how people do in general.\n\nAs for studying for it: I got one of those AP prep books, did a couple of the pratice tests, studied the things I got wrong, and got a 5 on the exam.
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Take a note of what you studied in simple terms. When you see those few tips what all you read must come to your mind. Keep many such notes. Go through them when you are free. Even sitting in a park observing the dogs play with a ball you can review these niotes.\nPRACTISE MAKES PERFECT.\nAFTER FOUR FIVE TIMES YOU WILL REMEMBER THEM ALL AND FAST AND QUICK.
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Some tips for you:\n\nAsk what type of questions will be on the exam.\n\nPlan ahead. Make a trip to the testing facility a day or two before to get a sense of environment and the location of the testing room. \n\nEat a well-balanced meal before taking the exam. \n\nBring personal identification to the test site. If you know ahead of time that you don't have proper identification, contact the Office of Testing Services before arriving to discuss alternate forms of acceptable identification.\n\nMake a trip to the restroom prior to testing.\n\nListening carefully to the instructions given by the Test Administrator will eliminate most errors in marking answer sheets or misinterpreting important information given out by the Test Administrator.\n\nGood luck!
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Hello:\n\nDURING THE TEST \nThere are also some things to keep in mind when you are TAKING the test. \n\nFirst, read the directions carefully!! Many points have been lost because students didn't follow the directions. \n\nRemember to preview the test to see how much time you need to allot for each section. If the test is all multiple choice questions, it is good to know that immediately. \n\nWork on the "easiest" parts first. If your strength is essay questions, answer those first to get the maximum points. Pace yourself to allow time for the more difficult parts. \n\nFind out if you are penalized for incorrect responses. (This is probably covered in the directions. If not, make educated guesses. If there is a penalty, avoid guessing. \n\nWhen answering essay questions, try to make an outline in the margin before you begin writing. Organization, clear thinking, and good writing is important, but so is neatness. Be sure to make your writing legible. \n\nSave time at the end of the exam to review your test and make sure you haven't left out any answers or parts of answers. This is difficult to do under the stress of exams, but it often keeps you from making needless errors. \nhttp://www.d.umn.edu/kmc/student/loon/acad/strat/test_take.html\n\nBefore the test.\nTest Preparation Tips\nPreparation for your first test should begin after the first day of class; this includes studying, completing homework assignments and reviewing study materials on a regular basis. \nBudget your time, make sure you have sufficient time to study so that you are well prepared for the test. \n\nGo to review, pay attention to hints that the instructor may give about the test. Take careful notes and ask questions about items you may be confused about. \n\nAsk the instructor to specify the areas that will be emphasized on the test. \n\nMake sure you go to the class right before the test; it's another prime time for the instructor to give out more hints or the format of the test. \n\nGo over any material from practice tests, HW's, sample problems, review material, the textbook, class notes... \n\nEat before a test, having food in your stomach will give you energy and help you focus, but avoid heavy foods which can make you groggy. \n\nDon't try to pull an all nighter, get at least 3 hours of sleep before the test. \n\nPut the main ideas/information/formulas onto a sheet that can be quickly reviewed many times, this makes it easier to retain the key concepts that will be on the test. \n\nTry to show up at least 5 minutes before the test will start. \n\nSet your alarm and have a backup alarm set as well. \n\nGo to the bathroom before walking into the exam room, you don't want to waste anytime worrying about your bodily needs during the test. \nhttp://www.testtakingtips.com/test/genpre.htm\n\nDuring the test.\nTest Taking Tips\nBring at least two pens/pencils with good erasers, calculator with enough batteries and any other resources that your instructor allows you to. \nBring a watch to the test with you so that you can better pace yourself. \n\nKeep a positive attitude throughout the whole test and try to stay relaxed, if you start to feel nervous take a few deep breaths to relax. \n\nKeep your eyes on your own paper, you don't want to appear to be cheating and cause unnecessary trouble for yourself. \n\nWhen you first receive your test, do a quick survey of the entire test so that you know how to efficiently budget your time. \n\nDo the easiest problems first; don't stay on a problem that you are stuck on especially when time is a factor. \n\nDo the problems that have the greatest point values first. \n\nDon't rush but pace yourself, read the entire question and look for keywords. \n\nAsk the instructor for clarification if you don't understand what they are asking for on the test. \n\nWrite legibly, if the grader can't read what you wrote they'll most likely mark it wrong. \n\nAlways read the whole q
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Buy that CSET book and look at the practice tests, brush up on your math.  Start taking it early and do not take all three sections at once take like 2 at one time and then take the last one by itself.  Don't forget  to pray.  Before you take the test choose one answer that you will mark when you absolutely don't know an answer, everytime mark that letter.  When I didn't know an answer I marked "A" every time . Thats what I did and I passed, not becauase I was so smart but because I tried to strategize and prayed.