AP History Long Essay Question Rubric

What is the maximum number of points that can be awarded for the "Thesis/Claim" category in the AP History Long Essay Question Rubric?

• 0 points

• 1 point

• 2 points

• 3 points

According to the AP History LEQ Rubric, what must a response include to earn one point under the "Contextualization" category?

For the "Evidence" category, how many pieces of specific and relevant evidence are required to earn two points?

• One piece of evidence

• Two pieces of evidence

• Three pieces of evidence

• Four pieces of evidence

What is required to earn one point under the "ANALYSIS AND REASONING" category in the AP U.S. History exam scoring criteria?

• Demonstrates a complex understanding of a historical development.

• Uses historical reasoning such as comparison or causation to frame or structure an argument.

• Explains multiple themes or perspectives to explore complexity.

• Uses evidence to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of different perspectives.

How can a response earn two points in the "ANALYSIS AND REASONING" category according to the AP U.S. History exam scoring criteria?

• By providing a balanced argument without specific evidence.

• By merely referencing historical facts or events.

• By demonstrating a complex understanding of the historical development through sophisticated argumentation and effective use of evidence.

• By listing historical facts in chronological order.

Which of the following is NOT a method to demonstrate a complex understanding in a response for the AP U.S. History exam?

• Explaining multiple causes or effects.

• Explaining relevant and insightful connections within and across periods.

• Providing a general or overly broad argument without specific evidence.

• Using multiple pieces of specific and relevant evidence to support an argument.