LEQ Rubric and Writing Strategies

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on tackling the Long Essay Question (LEQ) in AP History exams. It covers the structure and expectations of the LEQ, including the importance of selecting the right question, understanding the rubric, and using evidence effectively. The tutorial emphasizes the need for a defensible thesis, contextualization, and complex understanding to score well. It also offers tips on how to demonstrate historical reasoning and complexity in responses. The video concludes with encouragement for students to excel in their exams.

What percentage of the AP History exam does the Long Essay Question (LEQ) constitute?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

How many questions do students choose from for the LEQ?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What is the first part of the LEQ rubric focused on?

• Thesis or Claim

• Contextualization

• Analysis

• Evidence

What is a key aspect of contextualization in the LEQ?

• Summarizing the thesis

• Providing a single sentence

• Listing historical events

• Describing broader historical context

What is required to earn the first point in the evidence section of the rubric?

• A restatement of the thesis

• Specific examples relevant to the prompt

• A comparison of different time periods

• General historical knowledge

What does the second point in the evidence section require?

• Providing a personal opinion

• Summarizing the prompt

• Using evidence to advance the thesis

• Listing unrelated historical facts

What is a key component of analysis and reasoning in the LEQ?

• Restating the prompt

• Listing historical events

• Using historical reasoning to structure an argument

• Providing a personal narrative

How can students demonstrate a complex understanding in their LEQ?

• By summarizing the textbook

• By listing as many facts as possible

• By focusing on a single perspective

• By explaining both similarities and differences

What is the total number of points possible for the LEQ?

• Seven

• Six

• Five

• Four

What is crucial for students to remember when writing their LEQ?

• It's about what you know

• It's about what you can prove

• It's about writing as much as possible

• It's about using complex vocabulary