AP World History DBQ Review Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the actual question called in a DBQ?

A prompt

How many documents will be provided in a DBQ?

Seven documents

You will always get an intro or mini bio with the prompt in a DBQ.

False

What is an intro or a mini bio?

A brief passage of historical context that gives you background information on your prompt. Signup and view all the answers

How long do you have to read the docs and write your DBQ?

60 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of points you can get on the DBQ?

7 Signup and view all the answers

How do you get all 7 points on a DBQ?

Contextualization=1 point, Thesis=1 point, Supporting your argument with 2 documents= 1 point, Supporting your argument with at least 2 more documents= 1 point, HIPP and explaining why it is important to one document= 1 point, Using outside information to backup your stance and explaining how it backs up your stance= 1 point, Complexity- explaining your counterclaim= 1 point. Signup and view all the answers

Where would one include contextualization and their thesis statement in their DBQ?

Introduction paragraph Signup and view all the answers

How many documents should one use in each of their next three paragraphs in their DBQ?

2-3 Signup and view all the answers

How many total documents can you include in your DBQ?

All 7 documents Signup and view all the answers

Why should you include all the documents in your DBQ?

In case you misuse one you can still receive full credit. Signup and view all the answers

What should the last paragraph of your DBQ restate?

Your thesis should be restated differently Signup and view all the answers

What kind of idea should you include in your last or conclusion paragraph in your DBQ?

Include a bigger picture idea that continues in the flow of history. Signup and view all the answers

What does synthesis mean in DBQ writing?

Include a bigger picture idea that continues in the flow of history. Signup and view all the answers

Can one pass the AP exam without getting full credit for the DBQ?

True Signup and view all the answers

How long should one spend reading the prompt (very carefully) and documents in their DBQ?

15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

How can SPRITEC be helpful in organizing one's DBQ essay?

While you read, you can think of these categories to organize your essay to label and group them. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'context' and how far back should you go in your DBQ?

The three to four sentences of the time period of your question. For WHAP you can go 200 years before the time period. If you are APE you can go 100 back. Signup and view all the answers

What must you include in your DBQ context?

Specific details of your background and give a time frame generally in centuries before your question. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if one does not continuously refer to her thesis in her essay?

You will lose your points throughout the essay. Signup and view all the answers

How will the documents in your DBQ determine if you will make a political or economic argument?

Depending on the documents and the way you see it, you need to side with one or the other, making them both the argument and counterargument. Signup and view all the answers

What is a counterclaim and how does it help you make an argument in your DBQ?

'Although, (your counterclaim. Your counterclaim is the opposing side of your argument you feel is backed by the least documents), your claim (the side you are picking in your essay). Signup and view all the answers

Describe what is meant by each element of HIPPO in your DBQ.

HIPPO is an acronym that means: Historical content, Intended Audience, Purpose, Point of view, Outside information. Signup and view all the answers

Describe when you would use TEA and what each element of TEA means in your DBQ.

TEA is an acronym that means: Topic sentence, Evidence, Analysis. Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for a paragraph that analyzes 2 documents, 2 documents & one outside evidence, 3 documents in your DBQ?

TEA paragraph for 2 documents can go and follows T-E-A-E-A. TEA paragraph 2 documents one outside evidence: T-E-A-E-... Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Document Based Questions (DBQ) Overview

A DBQ question is referred to as a "prompt."
Seven documents are provided for analysis in a DBQ.
An introductory or mini-bio passage may sometimes accompany the prompt, providing historical context.

Time Management

Allocate 60 minutes for reading documents and writing the DBQ.
Spend 15 minutes reading the prompt and documents carefully.

Scoring and Points

The maximum score for a DBQ is 7 points.
Points are awarded for various components including:
- Contextualization (1 point)
- Thesis statement (1 point)
- Supporting argument with 2 documents (1 point)
- Supporting argument with 2 additional documents (1 point)
- HIPPO analysis of one document (1 point)
- Incorporating outside information to support claims (1 point)
- Addressing a counterclaim (1 point)

Structure and Content

Contextualization and thesis should be included in the introduction paragraph.
Each of the subsequent three paragraphs should utilize 2-3 documents.
All 7 documents can be included throughout the essay to maximize points.
Restate the thesis in a new way in the conclusion paragraph.
The conclusion should present a broader historical idea.

Argument Development

A counterclaim acknowledges the opposing argument and shows comprehensive research.
Documents will guide the argument focus, whether political, economic, or otherwise relevant.
Synthesis in a DBQ integrates larger historical patterns.

Organizational Tools

SPRITEC can help categorize themes while reading.
Use HIPPO to analyze documents thoroughly:
- Historical context
- Intended audience
- Purpose
- Point of view
- Outside information
TEA structure aids in paragraph organization:
- Topic sentence
- Evidence
- Analysis

Additional Insights

Full credit on the DBQ is not mandatory to pass the AP exam.
Referencing your thesis continuously is crucial to retaining points.
Context should summarize details about the time period relevant to the question, ideally going back approximately 200 years for World History AP.

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Prepare for your AP World History Exam with these flashcards focused on Document Based Questions (DBQs). Each card provides key terms and definitions that will help you understand the structure and requirements of a DBQ. Test your knowledge and gain confidence for the exam!