AP Exam Tips

What is the first tip mentioned for preparing for the AP government exam?

• Practice your skills

• Know the format of the exam

• Study smarter, not harder

• Know the time and date of your exam

How long is the AP government exam?

• 2 hours

• 4 hours

• 3 hours

• 3.5 hours

What percentage of the overall score does the multiple choice section account for?

• 60%

• 75%

• 25%

• 50%

How many free response questions must be answered in the exam?

• 5

• 4

• 6

• 3

What type of question is the first free response question?

• SCOTUS comparison question

• Concept application question

• Quantitative analysis question

• Argumentative essay

How many minutes are recommended to spend on each of the first three free response questions?

• 30 minutes

• 25 minutes

• 20 minutes

• 15 minutes

What is required to support your argument in the argumentative essay?

• A list of three required documents

• A list of five required documents

• One Supreme Court case

• Two foundational documents

What is the second way to study smarter mentioned?

• Practice your skills

• Take practice exams

• Watch review videos

• Download a review guide

What is essential for writing a good argumentative essay according to the text?

• Understanding political cartoons

• Knowing the exam format

• Writing a thesis and supporting it with evidence

• Memorizing vocabulary words

What foundational elements are emphasized as crucial to know for the exam?

• Iron triangles and gerrymandering

• Foundational documents and required Supreme Court cases

• Political cartoons and graphs

• Stimulus-based questions