Colombian Exchange and AP US History

Mr. Montgomery provides a detailed guide on tackling AP US History multiple choice questions. He explains the format, emphasizing the importance of analyzing historical documents and synthesizing information. The video includes examples focusing on the Colombian Exchange and population trends, offering strategies to identify key language and analyze charts. The session concludes with tips for mastering the exam through practice and critical thinking.

What percentage of the AP US History exam score is made up by the multiple choice section?

• 40%

• 30%

• 20%

• 50%

What is the primary focus when answering questions related to historical documents?

• Recalling textbook definitions

• Analyzing and synthesizing information

• Memorizing dates

• Guessing based on prior knowledge

Which of the following was a direct result of the Colombian Exchange?

• Increase in European exploration of the interior

• Immediate end to Native American societies

• Improved European diets and population growth

• Decline in European population

What was a significant effect of the Colombian Exchange on Native American societies?

• Introduction of new agricultural techniques

• Decline in population due to diseases

• Establishment of new trade routes

• Increase in political power

What does the chart depicting population trends in the southern colonies primarily show?

• A steady increase in Native American populations

• A decline in European populations

• An increase in African-American populations

• A decrease in total population over time

What was the main reason for the increase in African-American populations in the southern colonies?

• Increased use of indentured servants

• Decline in birth rates

• Development of an economy based on export crops

• End of the international slave trade

Which factor did NOT contribute to the population trends shown in the chart?

• Increases in life expectancy

• Large scale European migration

• Food scarcity among African-Americans

• Spread of epidemic diseases

What is a key strategy for answering document-based questions effectively?

• Ignoring the source information

• Reading only the first and last sentences

• Focusing solely on the questions

• Analyzing the entire document and looking for clues

What should you look for in a document to help answer questions?

• The font style used

• The number of paragraphs

• The length of the document

• The author's name and publication year

What is the best way to prepare for AP US History multiple choice questions?

• Cramming the night before

• Relying on class notes only

• Skipping practice questions

• Practicing regularly and deliberately