1. 55 minutes, 55 questions…do the math!
Questions connected to SOME primary or secondary source
Your Goal: Analyze the information AND apply what you know!
Broad thinking
Multiple Choice

2. Multiple choice tips… WHAT’S THE CONTEXT?
If you can’t crack it, move on.
Skim the questions first, THEN analyze the document.
Don’t waste time studying random facts.
Test is not about memorization, anyways.
BIG PICTURE
Consider the social/political/economic trends of the ERA before answering.
PROCESS OF ELIMINATION
Look for obviously wrong answers—cross them out!
There is no such thing as a “partially wrong” answer.
USE YOUR NOODLE
WHAT’S THE CONTEXT?
Multiple choice tips…

3. “Be it enacted ... That after the five and twentieth day of March, 1698, no goods or merchandizes whatsoever shall be imported into, or exported out of, any colony or plantation to his Majesty, in Asia, Africa, or America ... in any ship or bottom, but what is or shall be of the built of England, Ireland, or the said colonies or plantations ... and navigated with the masters and three fourths of the mariners of the said places only ... under pain of forfeiture of ships and goods.”
— English Parliament, Navigation Act, 1696

4. The excerpt most directly reflects which of the following goals for England’s North American colonies?
(A)Developing them as a producer of manufactured goods
(B) Aiding them in developing trade with other European nations
(C)Integrating them into a coherent imperial structure based on mercantilism
(D)Protecting them from American Indian attack

5. The excerpt most directly reflects which of the following goals for England’s North American colonies?
(A)Developing them as a producer of manufactured goods
(B) Aiding them in developing trade with other European nations
(C)Integrating them into a coherent imperial structure based on mercantilism
(D)Protecting them from American Indian attack

6. After the Multiple Choice section, you will respond to 4 Short-answer questions.
You have 50 minutes to complete these questions.
Short answer makes up 20% of your overall score.
Short answer questions are NOT essay Questions…
This means no thesis necessary
No DBQ-Style Structure.
BUT…
You MUST use complete sentences.
Questions may be linked to primary sources
Use your best reason…you still be able to defend yourself
Part I, B—Short Answer

7. Answer a, b, and c.
a)Briefly explain why ONE of the following options most clearly marks the beginning of the sectional crisis that led to the outbreak of the Civil War.
•Northwest Ordinance (1787)
•Missouri Compromise (1820)
•Acquisition of Mexican territory (1848)
b)Provide an example of an event or development to support your explanation.
c)Briefly explain why one of the other options is not as useful to mark the beginning of the sectional crisis.

8. DBQ and Long answer Long-Answer: 35 Minutes, 15% of exam score
DBQ: 55 minutes, 25% of exam score
Long-Answer: 35 Minutes, 15% of exam score
Emphasis is on Analysis historical evidence
Both require a thesis and supports
Both require use of broad and specific knowledge!
Long-Answer Essay
Choice between TWO questions
DBQ and Long answer

9. Clear thesis statement, which addresses all aspects of the question
Develops thesis with substantial outside information
Effective analysis of the topic
Effective use of a substantial number of documents
Minor errors (spelling/grammar) that do not detract from the writing Overall, well organized and well written.
Rubric review...

10. Writing tips Read the question
Brainstorm for a couple minutes: Write down everything that comes to mind
Decide what point you want to argue and craft a thesis
From your brain-storm list, distinguish between "Big picture" and "small picture"
Focus on about three good, strong, points
Keep your events in chronological order
Write clearly and define your terms
Transition between paragraphs
Support your thoughts with examples (DBQ...use the docs, as well!!)
Fill out the form and WRITE NEATLY!!!
Opening and closing paragraphs are your sandwich buns.
MOST IMPORTANTLY...ADDRESS EVERYTHING IN THE QUESTION!!!!
Writing tips

11. Question 1. Some historians have argued that the American Revolution was not revolutionary in nature. Support, modify, or refute this interpretation, providing specific evidence to justify your answer Question 2. Some historians have argued that the New Deal was ultimately conservative in nature. Support, modify, or refute this interpretation, providing specific evidence to justify your answer.
Long-Answer Sample