Barron’s AP® U.S. History Podcast

Practice your skills in our last episode as we tackle multiple-choice questions on the period 1980–present. We'll also recap the important skills you'll need to succeed on the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Changing technology, scientific advances, and demographics have made the United States a much different place than it was prior to 1980. Join us as we discuss the period 1980–present for the AP® U.S. History exam. We'll touch on important points of this era and provide tips on making connections. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Questions on the AP® U.S. History exam can draw from any event within the time periods that you learned about all year in class. Practice your skills as we tackle multiple-choice questions on the period 1945–1980. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

The period 1945–1980, a time of uniformity and conformity, included a wave of liberalism that affected many areas of American life. We'll discuss this important period in detail to strengthen your knowledge for the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Questions on the AP® U.S. History exam can draw from any event within the time periods that you learned about all year in class. Practice your skills as we tackle multiple-choice questions on the period 1890–1945. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

From 1890 to 1945, the U.S. began to play a larger, more powerful role on the world stage. It was a time of conflict and significant social change. We'll explore this period while focusing on the important skill of identifying continuity and change over time to help you succeed on the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Questions on the AP® U.S. History exam can draw from any event within the time periods that you learned about all year in class. Practice your skills as we tackle multiple-choice questions on the period 1865–1898. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

The period 1865–1898 was a time of industrialization in the United States. We'll discuss important takeaways from this period and the skills you need to successfully answer questions on the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Questions on the AP® U.S. History exam can draw from any event within the time periods that you learned about all year in class. Practice your skills as we tackle multiple-choice questions on the period 1844–1877. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

The period 1844–1877 was a short but important time in U.S. history. The most significant event of this period was the Civil War. Join us as we explore this time period and help you identify patterns of continuity and change—a vital skill for the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Questions on the AP® U.S. History exam can draw from any event within the time periods that you learned about all year in class.Practice your skills as we tackle multiple-choice questions on the period 1800–1848. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

The period 1800–1848 was a vital time for U.S. expansion. We'll review important developments from this time period that might be covered on the AP® U.S History exam, and we'll discuss stating a point of view and supporting it with evidence. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Questions on the AP® U.S. History exam can draw from any event within the time periods that you learned about all year in class. Practice your skills as we tackle multiple-choice questions on the period 1754–1800. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

From 1754 to 1800, the American colonies broke away from Great Britain, establishing a new nation and a new government. How does causation help you understand and recall the events from this time period? Listen as we use historical reasoning skills to deepen your knowledge for the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

From 1607 to 1754, the race was on to colonize the New World. How did each nation approach colonization in North America? In what ways were they similar or different? Check out our discussion on this period to enhance your historical reasoning skills for the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Questions on the AP® U.S. History exam can draw from any event within the time periods that you learned about all year in class. Practice your skills as we tackle a short-answer question on the period 1491–1607. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Join us for an epic story that spans the Americas, Europe, and Africa. We'll examine the period 1491–1607 and discuss connections among people, places, and events to help you strengthen your knowledge for the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

The AP® U.S. History exam requires you to choose from three prompts to write a long essay. Listen as we break down answering an essay prompt by starting with a strong thesis, and then we'll offer tips on scoring optimal points. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

You'll need to answer a document-based question in essay form on the AP® U.S. History exam. We'll brainstorm a thesis and build a response step by step, while showing you how to use historical thinking skills and processes to earn more points. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Do you have the skills you need for the short-answer questions on the AP® U.S. History exam? Join us as we break down this section of the exam and answer practice questions to help you enhance your skills. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Are you ready to tackle multiple-choice questions on the AP® U.S. History exam? We'll provide an overview of the multiple-choice section along with tips and strategies. Then, show off your sourcing and situation skills as we pose questions and provide answers based on a political cartoon. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Historical Thinking Skill 6: Argumentation. You'll need to create and develop arguments for various topics on the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn how to successfully state an argument and provide evidence to back it up as we discuss Andrew Carnegie during the Gilded Age. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

The AP® U.S. History exam asks questions that include historical reasoning processes: Comparison, Causation, and Continuity and Change Over Time. We'll discuss these processes and explain how to develop strong, well-reasoned responses on the exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Historical Thinking Skill 5: Making Connections. This skill involves identifying relationships between and among historical events and developments on the AP® U.S. History exam. But it's not enough to just note connections or similarities; you'll need to explain how the events or developments are connected. Join us as we talk through some examples and show you how to apply this important skill. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Historical Thinking Skill 4: Contextualization. Every part of the AP® U.S. History exam requires you to contextualize. Why? Because you need to do more than memorize facts for the exam—you need to have a deeper understanding of events and the ability to see the bigger picture. Listen as we show you how to build an essay on McCarthyism to help you master this skill. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Historical Thinking Skill 3: Claims and Evidence. Can you listen to a presidential speech, identify the claim and the evidence, and then evaluate the argument? We'll help you break it down so you can use this skill to succeed on the AP® U.S. History exam. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Historical Thinking Skill 2: Sourcing and Situation. The AP® U.S. History exam is loaded with primary and secondary sources. We'll discuss the building blocks of analyzing a source and use them to tackle a multiple-choice question on a political cartoon. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

Historical Thinking Skill 1: Developments and Processes. We'll explain why it's important to master this skill for the AP® U.S. History exam, and we'll walk you through applying it as we answer an essay prompt on women's roles in the U.S. from 1940 to 1980. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

What's on the AP® U.S. History exam and what skills do you need to succeed? Listen to find out. We'll break down the structure of the exam and discuss the themes and skills you need to know. Learn more about Barron's at www.barronseduc.com. AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.