DBQ Essay Preparation and Requirements

Mr. Drake's video tutorial covers the basics of the Document-Based Question (DBQ) for the AP US History exam, focusing on the revised rubric from 2016. The video explains the DBQ's structure, scoring criteria, and strategies for planning and writing. Key points include understanding the rubric, analyzing documents, using evidence, and developing a thesis. The tutorial also emphasizes the importance of synthesis and provides tips for organizing and outlining the essay effectively.

What percentage of the total exam score does the DBQ account for in the AP US History exam?

• 10%

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

How many documents must you use to earn the first point in document analysis?

• Five

• Four

• Six

• Seven

What is required to earn the second point for the thesis in the DBQ rubric?

• A summary of the documents

• Listing all documents

• A complex argument with contradictions and trends

• A simple statement

What does the synthesis point in the DBQ rubric require you to do?

• Summarize the documents

• Extend your argument by connecting it to another event or theme

• Write a conclusion

• List all historical events

What is the first step in planning your DBQ essay according to the video?

• Read all the documents

• Write the thesis statement

• Start writing the introduction

• Look at the question and think of possible answers

What should you do with the documents during the planning phase?

• Write a summary of each

• Mark them up and group them

• Read them without taking notes

• Ignore them

Where is it suggested to place the contextualization in your DBQ essay?

• In the conclusion

• At the beginning

• In the middle

• After the thesis

How many body paragraphs are recommended for a DBQ essay?

• Four to five

• Two to three

• One

• Six

What is the purpose of the conclusion in a DBQ essay?

• Provide a detailed analysis

• List all documents used

• Restate the thesis and summarize the essay

• Introduce new arguments

What is the minimum number of outside information pieces required per paragraph?

• None

• One

• Three

• Two