Simplifying Historical Writing with APE

Emily Glankler introduces a method to simplify historical writing using the APE acronym: Answer, Prove, Explain. This method applies to various AP history exams and can be scaled for longer essays. The video emphasizes viewing all historical questions as argumentative and provides examples of how to apply the APE method to different types of questions. The goal is to equip students with a straightforward approach to tackle any historical writing task.

What is the main purpose of the video tutorial?

• To provide a detailed history of World War II

• To teach complex historical theories

• To discuss the importance of historical accuracy

• To simplify historical writing using a single method

Which type of question requires you to choose one prompt out of three options?

• MCQ

• SAQ

• LEQ

• DBQ

What is the first step in simplifying historical writing according to the video?

• Consider questions as argumentative

• Focus on memorizing dates

• Ignore the question's complexity

• View questions as factual inquiries

What does the 'A' in the APE method stand for?

• Answer

• Analyze

• Argue

• Assert

In the APE method, what should you do after answering the question?

• Provide a counterargument

• Prove your answer with evidence

• Summarize the question

• Ignore the question

How does the APE method apply to a DBQ?

• It doesn't apply to DBQs

• It requires only answering the question

• It involves answering, proving, and explaining with multiple pieces of evidence

• It focuses solely on explaining

What is the final step in the APE method?

• Eliminate incorrect options

• Expand your answer

• Evaluate the question

• Explain your evidence

What is the core idea behind the APE method?

• To memorize historical facts

• To simplify historical writing into a structured argument

• To avoid using evidence

• To focus on creative writing

What is the benefit of using the APE method in historical writing?

• It focuses on memorization

• It makes writing more complex

• It reduces the need for evidence

• It helps in structuring arguments clearly

What should you do if a question asks you to 'identify and explain'?

• Ignore the explanation part

• Answer, prove, and explain

• Provide a brief summary

• Only identify the cause