AAE - All About the Exam Overview

 

All About the Exam

Introduction

AP European Exam iconAP European is a college level survey course that examines the social, political, economic and cultural history of Europe from 1450 to present day. As an AP course, it also has a national exam that can be taken near the end of the school year in order to possibly earn college credit. While taking the national exam is not a requirement of the course, it might be required by your school and is a worthwhile experience. Aspects of this class will focus on the required elements of the exam so that you will be well prepared in the event you take it.

This first module is unlike any of the ones that follow as it focuses strictly on the exam and formats of the required essays. Whether taking the national exam or not, please pay close attention to the material included. Many of your assignments and all of your tests will require you to follow the guidelines included here. The following information will guide you through each piece so you will be ready to tackle what lies ahead.

 

Essential Questions

  • What makes up the exam?
  • What focuses does the exam have?
  • What types of things are tested on in the multiple choice section?
  • What is an SAQ?
  • What is a DBQ?
  • What is an LEQ?
  • What is POV?
  • How is the exam graded?

 

College Board Resources

The College Board has a website set up specifically for students to learn more about the test.

Access it by clicking here. Links to an external site..

 

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