How to Pass AP History Sacramento CA

Steps

1. Take notes. They help you remember important events, books, times, events, and so much more.
2. Be prepared. Always bring the things you'll need, if you have your supplies out you should never have to scramble to find them when the times comes
3. Pay attention. Do whatever you need to do to ensure that you give your teacher your full undivided attention: sit away from friends, silence phones, turn music off, don't pass notes, and try not to talk.
4. Remember why you took the class. AP classes are the hardest classes available in history, the work load and subject matter are so intense sometimes you wish you would've never taken the class. Don't let yourself fall into that, always remember why you took the class and it will get you through those dark times.
5. Turn in all homework. This is a must, if you don't turn in homework then you're condemning yourself to adversity. Do whatever you need to do in order to ensure you get this done. If you can't keep up with your homework load talk to the teacher about maybe working ahead so you have less homework or about transferring out to a normal class.
6. Study! Always read and study every night! This is invaluable, if you spend an half-hour to an hour every night reading, taking notes, and reviewing notes you will find yourself so prepared for that big test that it will be a piece of cake.
7. Never be afraid to ask questions. It goes without saying that the only stupid question is the one that is unasked. Don't hesitate to ask your teacher a question about something you don't understand. Some teachers stay after school so take the time for yourself and get help if you don't understand a concept.
8. Form a study group. Some teachers require you to form or assign you to a study group. These are great for sharing ideas, improving upon each others ideas, proofreading and editing essays, and for getting help. If you have group projects to do, always assign work and due dates as equally as possible among the members and never hesitate to check on their progress.
9. Overachieve. Don't be afraid to do more than what is needed especially if it'll help you later on.
10. Don't take the class if you dislike the teacher. It will be a very long and miserable year if you do.
11. Practice your writing. Writing is nearly two-thirds of the exam. It helps to practice your FRQ (Free-Response Questions) and DBQ (Document Based Question) skills, and will help you perform well on that section.

Tips

• Always have a clear goal for the end-of-year AP test
• Learn how to take shorthand notes or if you already know take them
• Set a specific time for you to do homework and study
• Be confident in yourself
• Be Prepared to write, and practice it often

Warnings

• AP does not stand for Advanced Procrastination! If you wish to pass the class it is vital to get all work done on time or ahead of time, waiting till the last minute forces you to rush and lowers the quality of the work.
• Don't overwork yourself. Don't work yourself to death, there's a line between being studious and overworking yourself. If you do start to overwork yourself take a break and do something non-school related.
• Have a life. Don't let AP force you to get rid of your social life. Talk to friends, hang out, be somebody, but know that you have business to take care of first.
• Don't let your AP class be a reason to neglect your other studies. It is better to make a C in an AP subject than an A in your AP class and a bunch of other C's. Think of your GPA.

Things You'll Need

• Textbook
• Two pens
• Notebook
• Colored Pencils (for maps)
• Word Processor/Dictionary (recommended)
• Highlighter

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