AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY EXAM

Multiple Choice Section 60 total questions Get points for correct answers Zero points for unanswered question Answering incorrect =.25 deduction

FRQ Free Response Questions

What to Expect 3 free-response essays Each is assigned an individual rubric Each question carries the same weight but assigned varying point values based on complexity. Often draws from 2 or more units in the course Give balanced treatment to all aspects of question

Tips for Earning Points No attempt = dash Attempting incorrectly = zero Statistical difference btw dash & zero (always attempt) Gained points can’t be retracted if you give examples, put forth your strongest examples first

Pace Yourself 75 minutes (bring a watch) Get down to the key points “Strongest to weakest Approach” to questions Label your questions ONE, TWO, THREE. Write neatly You do not have to rewrite the question in your answer

Read Carefully and Identify Key Terms Identify and understand what the question is asking. Do not use pronouns such as “I think/ I believe” anywhere in your response. analyze, compare, contrast, describe, assess, evaluate, discuss, explain, to what extent

Organizing Your Essay Know what the question is asking (make notes) Develop/ Outline (tie in sources) & organize your response (thesis not required) Paragraph form is not required/ nor do you have to circle or underline words. Only the first or second examples will be used (state, national, or global scale) Address all parts of the question & SUPPORT with specific & accurate info Devote a paragraph per example Organize to match question (chronological, by country, etc) Add additional info with circles & arrows Effective essay = 1 to 2 pages

Powerful Body Paragraphs Quality or quantity Illustrates and proves the prompt with specific information. Essays that don’t get beyond the very broad, general statements will receive lower scores. Strong Conclusion = 3 to 5 compelling sentences

Scoring Rubric Scores 6 to 12 pts