Loading...

Excel in AP United States History with Comprehensive Practice and Expert Insights

Extensive question bank tailored to AP US History exam requirements.

  • checkmarkAdaptive learning to identify and strengthen weak areas.
  • checkmarkDetailed explanations and rationales for each question.
  • checkmarkUser-friendly interface to track your progress effectively.

Affordable AP US History Prep Plans to Suit Your Needs

Unlock premium resources and support to enhance your academic performance.

Trusted by 20,000+ students

4.6/5.0

Free

AP United States History Exam Free Access

$0

Start practicing with no commitment by creating a free account.

Features:

  • Up to 3 practice questions per day

  • Access to free questions tier

  • Basic question selection

Popular
Premium

AP United States History Exam Subscription

$9.99 / month

Unlock all features and maximize your score. Cancel anytime.

Features:

  • Unlimited practice questions

  • Access to premium questions tier

  • Dashboard with detailed analytics

  • Personalized score improvement tips

  • Identify strengths & weaknesses

  • Adaptive question selection algorithm

  • AI-powered question explanations

Master All Sections of the AP United States History Exam

Access comprehensive practice materials for the most popular exams.

Document-Based Question

Description: Students analyze and synthesize historical data from provided documents to write an analytical essay.

Long Essay Question

Description: Students choose one of three questions to write an in-depth essay demonstrating historical reasoning and evidence usage.

Multiple Choice

Description: This section tests students' knowledge of U.S. history from multiple time periods, their ability to analyze historical texts, interpretations, and evidence.

Short Answer Questions

Description: This section requires students to analyze historical sources and use evidence to respond to questions in brief essays.

Dive Deeper into Exam Categories

Document-Based Question Categories

Document Analysis and Argumentation
Analyzing provided documents and crafting a coherent argument.
  • Complex Understanding:
    Demonstrating depth by analyzing multiple perspectives.
  • Contextualization:
    Relating the topic to broader historical events.
  • Outside Evidence:
    Bringing in relevant information not included in documents.
  • Sourcing the Documents:
    Analyzing perspective, purpose, and context.
  • Thesis Development:
    Creating a clear, defensible thesis.
  • Use of Documents:
    Incorporating evidence from provided sources.

Try an Example Question:

Long Essay Question Categories

Historical Argumentation and Synthesis
Developing a coherent argument using historical evidence.
  • Complex Understanding:
    Demonstrating nuance and multiple perspectives.
  • Historical Reasoning:
    Using causation, comparison, or continuity and change over time.
  • Organization and Clarity:
    Logical structure and clear writing.
  • Synthesis:
    Connecting argument to different historical periods or themes.
  • Thesis Development:
    Establishing a clear and analytical thesis.
  • Use of Evidence:
    Selecting and explaining relevant historical examples.

Try an Example Question:

Multiple Choice Categories

Period 1: 1491–1607
Pre-Columbian societies, European exploration, and early interactions.
  • Causes of European Exploration:
    Motivations for European nations to explore and colonize.
  • Columbian Exchange:
    Transfer of plants, animals, diseases, and technologies.
  • Interactions between Europeans and Native Americans:
    Trade, conflict, and cultural exchanges.
  • Native American Cultures:
    Diversity and complexity of indigenous societies before contact.
  • Spanish Colonization:
    Conquistadors, encomienda system, and impact on Native Americans.

Try an Example Question:

Period 2: 1607–1754
Colonial societies and the development of British North America.
  • Chesapeake Colonies:
    Virginia, Maryland, and tobacco economy.
  • Colonial Government:
    Development of self-government and colonial assemblies.
  • First Great Awakening:
    Religious revival and its impact on society.
  • Middle Colonies:
    Diversity, commerce, and religious tolerance.
  • New England Colonies:
    Puritan settlements, religious motives, and community life.
  • Southern Colonies:
    Plantation economy and slavery.
  • Transatlantic Trade:
    Mercantilism and the Navigation Acts.

Try an Example Question:

Period 3: 1754–1800
Revolutionary era, the formation of the United States, and early republic.
  • American Revolution:
    Major battles, strategies, and turning points.
  • Articles of Confederation:
    Strengths, weaknesses, and challenges.
  • Constitutional Convention:
    Debates, compromises, and ratification.
  • Declaration of Independence:
    Philosophical foundations and significance.
  • Development of Political Parties:
    Federalists and Democratic-Republicans.
  • Early National Period:
    Washington and Adams administrations.
  • Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists:
    Arguments over the Constitution.
  • French and Indian War:
    Causes, key events, and consequences.
  • Road to Revolution:
    Acts imposed by Britain, colonial resistance, and protests.

Try an Example Question:

Period 4: 1800–1848
Expansion, democracy, and reform in the early 19th century.
  • Era of Good Feelings:
    Nationalism and sectionalism.
  • Jacksonian Democracy:
    Andrew Jacksons presidency and policies.
  • Jeffersonian Democracy:
    Policies, Louisiana Purchase, and challenges.
  • Manifest Destiny:
    Ideology and territorial expansion.
  • Market Revolution:
    Industrialization, transportation, and economic changes.
  • Reform Movements:
    Abolition, womens rights, temperance, education.
  • Second Great Awakening:
    Religious revival and social reforms.
  • War of 1812:
    Causes, key events, and consequences.

Try an Example Question:

Period 5: 1844–1877
Civil War and Reconstruction era.
  • 13th, 14th, 15th Amendments:
    Civil rights advancements and limitations.
  • Abolitionist Movement:
    Leaders, publications, and actions.
  • Causes of the Civil War:
    Slavery, states rights, sectional tensions.
  • Civil War:
    Major battles, strategies, and turning points.
  • Compromise of 1850:
    Key provisions and significance.
  • Emancipation Proclamation:
    Purpose and effects.
  • End of Reconstruction:
    Compromise of 1877 and the rise of Jim Crow laws.
  • Mexican-American War:
    Causes, territorial gains, and impact on slavery debate.
  • Reconstruction Plans:
    Lincoln, Johnson, and Radical Republicans approaches.

Try an Example Question:

Period 6: 1865–1898
Industrialization, urbanization, and the Gilded Age.
  • Immigration:
    New immigrants and nativist responses.
  • Industrial Capitalism:
    Rise of big business and tycoons.
  • Labor Movements:
    Unions, strikes, and labor leaders.
  • Politics of the Gilded Age:
    Corruption, political machines, and reform efforts.
  • Populist Movement:
    Farmers challenges and political activism.
  • Urbanization:
    Growth of cities and urban challenges.
  • Westward Expansion:
    Homestead Act, railroads, conflicts with Native Americans.

Try an Example Question:

Period 7: 1890–1945
Progressive reforms, world wars, and the Great Depression.
  • Great Depression:
    Causes, effects, and impact on society.
  • Imperialism:
    Spanish-American War, Philippines, and debates over expansion.
  • New Deal:
    FDRs programs and their effectiveness.
  • Progressive Era Reforms:
    Muckrakers, regulations, and amendments.
  • Roaring Twenties:
    Cultural changes, Harlem Renaissance, Prohibition.
  • World War I:
    Causes, U.S. involvement, and aftermath.
  • World War II:
    Causes, key events, homefront, and outcomes.

Try an Example Question:

Period 8: 1945–1980
Cold War, civil rights, and social changes.
  • Civil Rights Movement:
    Key events, legislation, and leaders.
  • Cold War Origins:
    Containment policy, Truman Doctrine, Marshall Plan.
  • Counterculture:
    Social changes and youth movements.
  • Domestic Policies:
    Eisenhowers policies, McCarthyism, Red Scare.
  • Environmental Movement:
    Awareness and policy changes.
  • Great Society:
    LBJs programs and their impact.
  • Vietnam War:
    Causes, escalation, protests, and consequences.
  • Womens Rights Movement:
    Feminism, key figures, and legislation.

Try an Example Question:

Period 9: 1980–Present
Contemporary United States history.
  • Economic Challenges:
    Recessions, financial crises, and recovery efforts.
  • End of the Cold War:
    Fall of the Soviet Union and implications.
  • Environmental Concerns:
    Climate change and policy responses.
  • Globalization:
    Economic and cultural interconnectedness.
  • Reagan Era:
    Conservative resurgence, economic policies, and foreign affairs.
  • Social and Cultural Changes:
    LGBTQ rights, immigration, and diversity issues.
  • Technological Advances:
    Impact of the digital revolution.
  • Terrorism and 9/11:
    Events leading to and following the attacks.

Try an Example Question:

Short Answer Questions Categories

Historical Thinking Skills
Applying historical reasoning skills to analyze prompts.
  • Analyzing Primary Sources:
    Interpreting documents, images, and artifacts.
  • Causation:
    Understanding causes and effects of historical events.
  • Comparison:
    Identifying similarities and differences across periods or regions.
  • Contextualization:
    Placing events within broader historical settings.
  • Continuity and Change:
    Examining patterns over time.
  • Synthesis:
    Connecting historical issues to other periods or themes.

Try an Example Question:

And more! Questions and categories are updated monthly to keep you ahead.

logo
© 2024 Decimal. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy|Terms & Conditions