How to Write AP Bio FRQ

What is the primary benefit of reviewing past AP Biology rubrics from the College Board's released exam site?

• To memorize specific answers for future exams.

• To understand how points are awarded and scoring guidelines.

• To find new study materials not available elsewhere.

• To predict the exact questions on the upcoming exam.

When answering an AP Biology free-response question, what does the presence of multiple bolded words within a single question typically indicate?

• The question is optional and can be skipped.

• The question is worth multiple points and requires addressing each bolded part.

• The question is designed to confuse students.

• The question is a bonus question and does not count towards the final score.

Which of the following directive words typically requires a more thorough and detailed response, rather than a direct, single-sentence answer?

• Identify

• Calculate

• Explain

• Compare

What is a common mistake AP Biology students make when answering free-response questions?

• Restating the question.

• Not writing in complete sentences.

• Providing contradictory statements after stating the correct answer.

• Failing to show their work for calculations.

What should students ensure when creating graphs for AP Biology free-response questions?

• Only plotting data points, even if asked to draw a curve.

• Extending lines or curves beyond the provided data.

• Labeling axes and using appropriate scales.

• Using any graph type as long as the data is represented.

Which 2 words did he mention that you could use to further explain your idea?

• therefore

• hypothesis

• because

• absolutely

After this video, what are your thoughts about FRQ's and the AP Bio exam? What questions or concerns are on your mind right now as you are finishing this video?