AP® English literature test taking strategies

11 AP® English Literature Test Taking Strategies

Taking any of the multitude of AP® exams can seem like a daunting task in the beginning stages of your preparation. That’s why it’s important to be organized about the work you do in studying for these tests. The AP® English Literature exam is frankly no different. Each of these tests requires extensive, specific preparation. But how do we know what to prepare for and how to prepare for it? Answering that question requires some solid strategy.

Understanding Calvinism with TULIP: AP® European History Review

Understanding Calvinism with TULIP: AP® European History Review

Calvinism was one of the most groundbreaking movements of the reformation, and is a crucial part of European History. This long-standing religious movement was founded by the theologian and preacher John Calvin. His beliefs, associated with the denomination of Calvinism, are summed up by the acronym TULIP, or sometimes seen just Tulip. As an AP® Euro student, you need to be prepared to answer either a free response or multiple-choice question about the Calvinistic Tulip, and this guide will help you do so.

How to Rock at AP® Spanish Language Interpersonal Writing

How to Rock at AP® Spanish Language Interpersonal Writing

Interpersonal writing sounds complicated, but it’s actually something we do all the time. All it means is that you’re communicating on paper with another person. On the AP® Spanish Language exam, the interpersonal writing section is a reply to an email (even though you won’t be typing).

How to Write a New AP® US History DBQ

How to Write a New AP® US History DBQ

The dreaded AP® US History Document Based Question. For years it has struck fear in the hearts of many, turned boys into men and rookie students into old, weathered veterans. Rumor has it that little Jimmy Walker once took the AP® US History exam and when he got to the DBQ section, proceeded to spontaneously combust. Okay, so maybe that is a little dramatic.

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How to Study for AP® English Language and Composition

You’re not the first student who has been here – panic mode, one month before the AP® English Language and Composition Exam. Whether you’re a straight-A student or the kid who sits in the back of class and hasn’t figured out what “composition” means yet, you need a PLAN. You need to know what to study, when and how to study it, and how the AP® English Language exam is structured.

How to Score Your Own AP® English Literature Practice Essay

Part of effectively preparing for the free response section of the AP® English Literature exam is accepting at least this one old truism: practice makes perfect. However, you can up the ante by adding just one more word to that statement. In truth, perfect practice makes perfect.

5 Steps to Tackling AP® Physics C Multiple Choice

5 Steps to Tackling AP® Physics C Multiple Choice

The multiple choice sections of the AP® Physics C exams are often where students lose points due to improper exam preparation or a lack of understanding of what the questions are asking. However, using these five steps, you are sure to get a high score on the AP® Physics C multiple choice section of the exam.

11 Tough Vocab Terms for AP® Psychology Research Methods

11 Tough Vocab Terms for AP® Psychology Research Methods

The AP® Psychology research methods is one of the most term heavy topics within AP® Psychology. Being able to differentiate between the terms will benefit you on your exam and reduce confusion once you begin running experiments.

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How to Master AP® English Language Arguing

Acing the AP® English Language and Composition exam is no easy feat, but it can definitely be accomplished. Lang represents most high school students’ first foray into the world of AP® English exams, as it is traditionally taught before AP® English Literature and Composition.