AP World History with CD-ROM (REA) (Advanced Placement (AP) Test Preparation) - Softcover

Vess Ph.D., Deborah; Jones Ph.D., Dr. Preston

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0738607916 ISBN 13: 9780738607917

Publisher: Research & Education Association, 2009

Synopsis

Are You Serious About Scoring a 5 on Your Advanced Placement Exam? Then You Need REA’s AP World History Test Prep with TestWare CD

Written by an award-winning history professor, this second edition of our popular AP test prep is completely up-to-date and aligned with the official AP exam. The book contains in-depth reviews of all the topics covered on the AP World History exam, including: The Ancient Near East, The Middle Ages, Early Modern Europe, Asia, World War I & II, The Cold War, and more. Review questions and a list of key terms all AP World History students must know are included in each chapter - so you can study smarter and score a 5!

The test prep features two full-length practice exams with detailed explanations of all answers, a custom study schedule, and test-taking strategies. The practice tests are composed of every type of question that can be expected on the actual AP World History exam, so you can “practice for real” and target your strengths and weaknesses before the test.

The book’s practice tests are included on CD in a timed format with automatic, instant scoring. Our interactive TestWare CD offers detailed on-screen answers, diagnostic feedback, plus an extended time function for students with disabilities.

After building your World History knowledge, follow up with REA’s proven test-taking strategies, test tips, and a study schedule that gets you ready for exam day! If you’re serious about getting a 5 on your exam, then you need REA’s AP World History test prep!

REA has helped more than a million students succeed on their AP exams! Teachers across the country consider our AP titles to be invaluable resources and consistently recommend our books to their students.

About this title

About the Author

Deborah Vess is a Professor of History and Interdisciplinary Studies at Georgia College & State University. She holds a Ph.D. in history from the University of North Texas, and is an expert on medieval Church history. Dr. Vess has published articles in The American Benedictine Review, Word and Spirit, Mystics Quarterly, The Modern Schoolman, and The Encyclopedia of Monasticism. She is an advocate of educational technology, and has published several articles on the topic in The History Teacher, Teaching History, Inventio, and other publications.

 

In addition to numerous local awards for teaching, Dr. Vess was named a Distinguished Professor of Teaching and Learning by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents in 1996. In 2001, she received the University System’s Board of Regents Research in Undergraduate Education Award. Dr. Vess has twice received an Excellence in Teaching Award from the National Institute of Staff and Organizational Development, and was named a Carnegie Scholar with the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1999.

 

 

 

From the Back Cover

ARE YOU SERIOUS ABOUT GETTING A 5 ON THE AP WORLD HISTORY EXAM?

Get fully prepared with the AP World History test prep AP teachers recommend.

The Most Complete AP World History Subject Review:
Everything you need to know for the Advanced Placement World History exam, selected and presented by seasoned instructors with extensive college-level teaching experience.

The Best AP World History Practice Exams Available:
2 full-length AP World History practice tests based on official AP exam questions released by the College Board – balanced to include every AP topic and type of AP question you can expect on the actual AP World History exam.

Total Explanations of AP World History Exam Questions & Answers:
Each AP World History practice test comes with detailed feedback on every question. We don’t just say which answers are right – but why the others are wrong, so you’ll be prepared for the AP World History exam!

Proven Test Prep Methods:
REA’s focused AP World History content and practical advice has helped millions of AP students score higher. With our step-by-step plan, you can earn a 5 on the AP World History exam and get the credit you deserve!

Recommended by AP World History Teachers:
For years, AP World History teachers have relied on REA for effective, authoritative Advanced Placement study guides. Our authors include nationally known AP experts who have personally coached generations of successful Advanced Placement students. In our AP World History test prep, we’ve drawn on the insights of experienced college instructors to create one powerful volume.

Get the World’s Most Advanced AP World History Software:
REA’s AP World History TestWare combines a realistic AP test environment with the most powerful scoring analysis and diagnostic tools available. With every AP World History practice test you take, you’ll gain knowledge and confidence for the real AP exam. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of AP World History questions that give you trouble now, so you’ll succeed on the AP World History exam!

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EXCELLING ON THE AP WORLD HISTORY EXAM 

 

ABOUT THIS BOOK  

 

Featuring a thorough, course-focused review and two full-length practice tests, this book provides an accurate and complete representation of the Advanced Placement Examination in World History. Our practice tests are based on the format of the most recently administered AP World History exam Each model exam lasts three hours (including a 10-minute reading period) and includes every type of question that you can expect to encounter on the real test. Following each of our practice tests is an answer key, complete with detailed explanations designed to clarify the material for you. By using the course review, completing both practice tests, and studying the explanations that follow, you will pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses and, above all, put yourself in the best possible position to do well on the actual test.  

 

ABOUT THE EXAM  

 

The AP World History exam is offered each May at participating schools and multi-school centers throughout the world. The Advanced Placement Program is designed to allow high school students to pursue college-level studies while attending high school. The participating colleges, in turn, grant credit and/or advanced placement to students who do well on the examinations.  

 

The AP World History course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory World History course, often taken by History majors in their first year of college.  

 

AP WORLD HISTORY EXAM FORMAT AND CONTENT  

 

The AP World History exam is approximately three hours and five minutes long. Each section of the exam is completed separately and each counts for half of the student’s score. 

 

The exam is divided into two sections: 

 

Section I: 

The multiple-choice section of the exam is designed to measure the student’s  knowledge of World History from the Foundations period (8000 BCE to 600 CE) to the present The approximate breakdown of topics is as follows: 

 

Chronological period             Approximate percentage

Foundations                                          19–20%

600 CE–1450                                       22%

1450–1750                                          19–20%

1750–1914                                          19–20% 

1914–the present                                 19–20%

 

The section contains 70 questions to be answered in 55 minutes. Each question has five possible answer choices Each correct answer is worth one point, and 1/4 point is deducted for each incorrect answer. 

 

Section II:  

This part of the exam is devoted to writing three essays in the allotted 130 minutes. The first question will be a document-based question, the second question will ask the test-taker to write a change-over-time essay, and the third question requires the writing of a comparative essay. All three questions are required to be answered and are weighted equally.  

 

For more information about what to include on the essays, how to manage the time allotted, and how they are scored, please see the AP World History outline provided by the College Board at: www.collegeboard.com

 

 

You may find the AP World History Exam considerably more difficult than many classroom exams. In order to measure the full range of your ability in World History, the AP exams are designed to produce average scores of approximately 50% of the maximum possible score for the multiple-choice and essay sections. Therefore, you should not expect to attain a perfect or even near-perfect score.  

 

HOW TO USE THIS BOOK 

 

What do I study first? 

 

Read over the course review and the suggestions for test taking. Next, take the first practice test to pinpoint your area(s) of weakness, and then go back and focus your study on those specific problems. Studying the reviews thoroughly will reinforce the basic skills you will need to do well on the exam. Make sure to take the two practice tests to become familiar with the format and procedures involved with taking the actual exam. 

 

To best utilize your study time, follow our Independent Study Schedule, which you will find in the front of this book. The schedule is based on a six-week program, but if necessary it can be condensed to three weeks by combining each two-week program into one week.   

 

When should I start studying?  

 

It is never too early to start studying for the AP World History Exam The earlier you begin, the more time you will have to sharpen your skills Do not procrastinate! Cramming is not an effective way to study, since it does not allow you the time needed to learn the test material. The sooner you learn the format of the exam, the more time you will have to familiarize yourself with it. 

 

ABOUT OUR REVIEW SECTION 

This book contains an extensive AP World History Course Review that can be used as both a primer and a quick reference as you assess your performance on REA’s practice exams. Our course review is designed to complement your AP World History textbook and enhance your classroom discussions. By studying our review along with your text, you will be well prepared for the exam.  

 

 

STUDYING FOR YOUR EXAM  

 

It is very important for you to choose the time and place for studying that works best for you. Some students may set aside a certain number of hours every morning, while others may choose to study at night before going to sleep. Other students may study during the day, while waiting in line, or even while eating lunch. Only you can determine when and where your study time will be most effective. Be consistent and use your time wisely. Work out a study routine and stick to it.   

 

When you take the practice tests, create an environment as much like the actual testing environment as possible. Turn your television and radio off, and sit down at a quiet table free from distraction. Make sure to time yourself, breaking the test down by section.  

 

As you complete each practice test, score your test and thoroughly review the explanations to the questions you answered incorrectly; however, do not review too much at one time. Concentrate on one problem area at a time by reviewing the question and explanation, and by studying our review until you are confident that you completely understand the material.

 

Keep track of your scores and mark them on the Scoring Worksheet. By doing so, you will be able to gauge your progress and discover general weaknesses in particular sections. You should carefully study the reviews that cover areas with which you have difficulty, as this will build your skills in...

Edition details

• Publisher: Research & Education Association
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0738607916
• ISBN 13: 9780738607917
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 768
• Editor: Knight Theodore (Ted)