2020 DBQ Time Plan
TLDRThe video script offers a strategy for students struggling with the Document-Based Question (DBQ) in history exams. It suggests focusing on two or three documents out of five to maximize points, as partial points are available in evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence. The approach involves a detailed analysis with a full paragraph for each selected document, maintaining the same success criteria. The script emphasizes the importance of writing more than one sentence for evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence to meet the criteria and suggests practicing this method during exam preparation.
Takeaways
- 🕒 The DBQ (Document-Based Question) has a time limit of 45 minutes and a score of up to 10 points, with partial points available for specific areas.
- 📝 Focusing on two documents out of the five can still yield a score of 8 out of 10, which is considered a great score.
- 📑 The structure of a two-document DBQ includes an intro paragraph, context, thesis, and two body paragraphs, each discussing one document.
- 📝 Success criteria remain the same regardless of the number of documents focused on, including evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence.
- 🔍 You must read all documents before deciding which two to focus on, ensuring they fit your argument and you can provide a strong response.
- 📚 If a document is difficult to understand or source, it may be best to exclude it from the two chosen for the DBQ.
- 📈 The two-document plan requires writing more than one sentence for evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence, allowing for more detail.
- ⚠️ The two-document strategy is high-risk as it requires perfect execution to achieve full points, with no room for mistakes.
- ⏳ It's recommended to use the full 45 minutes to delve into detail, rather than rushing and risking lower scores.
- 📝 Practice the two-document plan by revising past essays or attempting the final DBQ with this strategy to improve time management and scoring.
- 🤔 Consider this strategy if you're regularly struggling with time or not achieving full credit on the DBQ, as it may help you focus and write more effectively.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video script?
-The main topic of the script is a strategy for effectively managing time and scoring well on a Document-Based Question (DBQ) in an exam setting.
What is the total possible score for the DBQ in 2020 according to the script?
-The total possible score for the DBQ in 2020 is 10 points.
Which three areas of the DBQ have partial points available according to the script?
-The three areas with partial points available are evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence.
What is the maximum score one can achieve with a two-document DBQ according to the strategy discussed?
-With a two-document DBQ, the maximum score one can achieve is eight out of ten points.
What is the structure of a two-document DBQ according to the script?
-A two-document DBQ includes an intro paragraph with context and thesis, followed by two body paragraphs each discussing one document with evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence.
What is the success criteria for the two-document DBQ strategy?
-The success criteria for the two-document DBQ strategy is the same as for a full DBQ, including a full thesis and two-part answer, without changing the requirements for evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence.
Why is it important to read all documents before selecting the two for the DBQ?
-It is important to read all documents to ensure that the two selected are the ones that best fit the argument and allow for the strongest response.
What is the recommended approach if a student is unsure about sourcing a document?
-If a student is unsure about sourcing a document, they should consider including a third document to try and secure the sourcing point with that document.
What is the key to the two-document DBQ strategy according to the script?
-The key to the two-document DBQ strategy is to write more than usual, taking two or three sentences for evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence, ensuring the success criteria is followed.
Why is it not advisable to rush the two-document DBQ strategy?
-Rushing the two-document DBQ strategy is not advisable because it requires detailed work on each document, and the goal is to slow down and provide in-depth analysis rather than speed.
What is suggested for students who are considering this strategy for their exam preparation?
-Students considering this strategy are suggested to revise one of their essays using this approach and to try writing the final DBQ with a two or three document plan for practice.
Outlines
⏱️ Time Management for DBQ
The speaker introduces a strategy to tackle the Document-Based Question (DBQ) exam by focusing on key areas where students typically struggle, such as achieving full credit on evidence points, managing the 45-minute time limit, and adjusting their approach slightly. The goal is to maximize scores by focusing on two to three documents instead of all five, highlighting that this can still yield a high score while allowing more in-depth analysis within the time constraints.
📄 Scoring Strategy Overview
An explanation of how the DBQ will be scored in 2020, focusing on the distribution of points across evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence. The speaker suggests that by focusing on just two documents, students can achieve a maximum of eight out of ten points. This method involves thorough analysis of the selected documents, including an introduction, context, thesis, and detailed paragraphs for each document.
📝 Two-Document DBQ Structure
Details of the proposed structure for a two-document DBQ, emphasizing the importance of a full introduction, context, and thesis. Each document is discussed in a separate body paragraph, with thorough evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence. The speaker notes that this approach allows more time for detailed writing, potentially leading to a more robust essay.
📚 Criteria and Document Selection
Advice on selecting documents for the DBQ, emphasizing the need to read all documents before choosing the best two or three for the strongest response. The importance of selecting documents that fit well with the thesis and that can be analyzed thoroughly for evidence and sourcing is stressed. The speaker also warns against choosing documents that are difficult to source, as this could risk losing points.
✍️ Writing in Detail
The speaker encourages writing in more detail for each document, using multiple sentences for each criterion to ensure thorough coverage. This method contrasts with the typical approach of summarizing all documents in less time and aims to produce a more detailed and comprehensive essay.
🕰️ Maximizing Time Effectively
Emphasizes the need to use the full 45 minutes allocated for the DBQ exam, warning against the misconception that fewer documents mean less writing. The speaker advises spending significant time on each document to ensure all points are covered comprehensively, aiming for a no-mistakes approach that maximizes the score.
📖 Preparing for the Exam
Encouragement to practice this strategy by revising essays or attempting the two or three-document plan before the final DBQ exam. The speaker offers to post slides on the classroom for reference and suggests that students who struggle with time management or full point allocation should consider slowing down and writing more detailed responses to improve their scores.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡DBQ
💡Evidence Points
💡Rubric
💡Partial Points
💡Sourcing
💡Outside Evidence
💡Intro Paragraph
💡Thesis
💡Body Paragraph
💡Time Management
💡Success Criteria
Highlights
The DBQ time limit and a strategy for students struggling with evidence points or finishing within 45 minutes.
In 2020, a total of 10 points are possible for the DBQ, with partial points available in three areas.
Focusing on two documents out of five can still yield two points in evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence.
A two-document DBQ can earn a maximum of eight out of ten points, which is considered a great score.
Structure of a two-document DBQ includes an intro paragraph, context, and thesis.
First body paragraph should discuss one document with a full paragraph, topic sentence, evidence, sourcing, and outside evidence.
Second body paragraph should follow the same structure for the second document.
Success criteria and requirements for the DBQ do not change with the two-document plan.
If a third document can be effectively incorporated, it can be added to the appropriate paragraph.
Consent requires a two-part answer to the thesis and maintaining the full thesis structure.
All documents must be read to determine the two to be used in the DBQ.
Choose documents that have the strongest response and fit the argument for the DBQ.
Difficult documents for sourcing should be avoided in the two-document plan.
Evidence sentences may require two or three sentences per document in the two-document plan.
The two-document plan requires no mistakes and detailed writing to meet all criteria.
Students should plan to take the full 45 minutes to ensure thoroughness.
Revising an essay using the two or three document plan can be beneficial for exam preparation.
Slides will be posted on Classroom for reference and further consideration of the strategy.
Encouragement to consider the two-document plan if struggling with time or not getting full points.
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