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TLDRIn this informative video, Mason Logerot discusses strategies for tackling the Document-Based Question (DBQ) on the AP exam. He emphasizes the importance of time management, analyzing documents for common themes, and effectively using all seven provided documents to support an argument. Logerot also highlights the need to deeply understand the context, purpose, and audience of at least three documents to score points on the sourcing aspect of the DBQ.
Takeaways
- 📚 Mason Logerot introduces strategies for tackling the DBQ (Document-Based Question) on the AP test, highlighting its importance in integrating learned skills.
- 🕒 Advises allocating about 65 to 70 minutes for the DBQ out of the 100-minute block for both essays, emphasizing time management.
- 📈 Recommends practicing with DBQ questions in AP Classroom to enhance skills in quickly analyzing documents without errors.
- 🧐 Suggests grouping documents with similar arguments to streamline the essay writing process, though it's fine if some documents stand alone.
- ✍️ Stresses the necessity of using all seven documents provided in the DBQ to ensure points are not lost due to a possible mistake with one document.
- 📃 Encourages starting the essay with context and thesis, as previously covered, and using all seven documents to form an argument.
- 📝 Highlights the importance of attempting to source at least three documents, recommending four for a better chance at scoring the sourcing point.
- 🚩 Outlines a method for sourcing by analyzing the document's author, point of view, purpose, situation, or audience to enrich the argument.
- 📰 Uses examples of documents from Edmund Burke and Zhang Zedong to demonstrate how to group documents and analyze them for sourcing.
- ⚡️ Concludes with reminders to use all documents, look for thematic connections, properly start the essay, and attempt detailed sourcing analysis for scoring.
Q & A
What is the main focus of the video?
-The main focus of the video is to provide strategies and tips for tackling the Document-Based Question (DBQ) on the AP exam, specifically how to use documents as evidence and source them effectively.
How much time is allocated for the DBQ and the Long Essay Question (LEQ) in the AP exam?
-A total of 100 minutes is allocated for both the DBQ and LEQ, with the College Board suggesting 60 minutes for the DBQ and 40 for the LEQ. However, the speaker suggests possibly allocating 65 to 70 minutes for the DBQ.
What is the significance of using all seven documents in the DBQ?
-Using all seven documents is significant because it ensures that even if a mistake is made on one document, as long as six are used correctly, the points for using the document will still be obtained. This strategy helps to avoid losing a second point due to an error on a single document.
How can students practice for the DBQ?
-Students can practice for the DBQ by accessing DBQ questions in AP Classroom and discussing with their teachers on how to use those resources. Practicing involves reading and analyzing documents quickly without misreading them and making mistakes.
What is the speaker's advice for grouping documents together?
-The speaker advises grouping documents together if they seem to be making the same argument, putting them together in a paragraph. If some documents don't fit well with others, it's okay to struggle with it, but the goal is to group as many of them together as possible.
What is the importance of the context and thesis in the DBQ essay?
-The context and thesis are crucial as they set the foundation for the essay. The context provides the historical background, while the thesis states the main argument. The speaker refers viewers to a previous video for more information on these aspects.
How should students approach the 'extent to which' type of question in the DBQ?
-For 'extent to which' questions, students can argue that Enlightenment thought led to political and social changes, but not all philosophers embraced the ideas. They can provide evidence from the documents that show rejection of Enlightenment ideas.
What is the sourcing point in the DBQ and how can it be achieved?
-The sourcing point requires a deeper analysis of three documents, putting oneself in the author's shoes to understand their point of view, purpose, situation, or audience, and explaining why it's relevant to the argument. This involves not just identifying these aspects but also providing a 'so what?' explanation.
How can students identify the historical situation and point of view of a document's author?
-Students can identify the historical situation and point of view by reading the sourcing line of the document and considering the broader historical context in which the document was written. This helps in understanding the author's motivations and perspectives.
What are some tips for writing a strong DBQ essay?
-Some tips for writing a strong DBQ essay include using all seven documents to form an argument, starting with a clear context and thesis, grouping similar documents together for stronger arguments, and attempting to source at least three documents for deeper analysis and understanding.
What is the speaker's recommendation for the number of documents to source in the DBQ essay?
-The speaker recommends sourcing at least three documents but suggests doing four as a safer option. This is because if one sourcing analysis is incorrect or incomplete, the essay can still obtain the sourcing points from the other three correctly analyzed documents.
Outlines
📚 Introduction to DBQ Strategy
Mason Logerot introduces the Document-Based Question (DBQ) portion of the AP exam, emphasizing its importance as a comprehensive test of learned skills. He clarifies that students have a 100-minute block to complete both the DBQ and the Long Essay Question (LEQ), suggesting a 60-70 minute allocation for the DBQ to ensure adequate time for the LEQ. Mason advises on the strategy of practicing with AP Classroom resources, grouping documents to construct coherent arguments, and ensuring to use all seven documents provided to maximize scoring potential. He emphasizes the necessity of not only answering the question but also using documents correctly to avoid missing out on points. Mason introduces the topic of Enlightenment's influence on political and social debates as a case study for this video.
🔍 Grouping Documents and Sourcing Points
This section delves into techniques for effectively grouping documents and addressing the sourcing points in DBQ essays. Mason explains how to approach a DBQ prompt that asks about 'the extent to which' a historical phenomenon, like the Enlightenment, influenced political and social debates. He presents an example using documents from Edmund Burke and Zhang Zedong to illustrate how documents rejecting Enlightenment ideas can be grouped to form a coherent argument against the Enlightenment's universal influence. Mason emphasizes the importance of attempting the sourcing point by analyzing the author's perspective, purpose, and historical context, and connecting these elements to the essay's argument. This approach not only helps to earn the sourcing point but also enriches the essay by providing a deeper analysis of the documents.
✅ Key Takeaways and Conclusion
In the concluding paragraph, Mason summarizes the key strategies for successfully handling the DBQ section of the AP exam. He reiterates the importance of using all seven documents provided, identifying common themes, and grouping them to support a unified argument. Mason also underscores the critical step of beginning the essay with a strong context and thesis statement. Furthermore, he advises attempting sourcing analysis for at least three documents, suggesting aiming for four to have a margin of error. Mason's final takeaway emphasizes the importance of practice and thorough preparation for mastering the DBQ section, ensuring students are well-equipped to tackle this challenging part of the AP exam.
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Keywords
💡DBQ
💡Evidence
💡Sourcing
💡Thesis
💡Enlightenment
💡Analysis
💡Context
💡Argument
💡Point of View
💡Time Management
Highlights
The importance of the DBQ (Document-Based Question) in the AP test, which synthesizes all the skills learned throughout the year.
The 100-minute time block for writing both essays in the AP test, without a designated break between the DBQ and LEQ (Long Essay Question).
The recommendation from the College Board to allocate 60 minutes for the DBQ and 40 for the LEQ, but the suggestion to possibly spend more time on the DBQ.
The necessity of practicing with DBQ questions, such as those available in AP Classroom, to improve speed and accuracy in reading and analyzing documents.
The strategy of grouping documents together in the DBQ that seem to make the same argument, and what to do if documents don't fit well with others.
The requirement to use all seven documents provided in the DBQ, and the advantage of doing so to ensure points for document usage even if one is not used correctly.
The emphasis on starting the essay with a clear context and thesis, as previously discussed in another video.
The approach to interpreting documents in the context of the question, such as understanding how the Enlightenment influenced political and social debates.
The example of grouping Document 1 from Edmund Burke and Document 6 from Zhang Zedong to argue that not all philosophers embraced Enlightenment ideas.
The explanation of how to address the 'extent to which' question type by considering the possibility of 'not at all' as an extent.
The process of sourcing documents, which involves deeper analysis and putting oneself in the author's shoes to understand their point of view, purpose, situation, or audience.
The importance of reading the sourcing line of a document to find information about the historical situation and the author's perspective.
The example of analyzing Edmund Burke's document with the consideration of his position in the British government during the French Revolution.
The example of analyzing Zhang Zedong's document with the consideration of the historical context of European imperialism threatening China.
The advice to attempt sourcing for at least three documents, suggesting that doing four might be beneficial as a safety net if one falls short.
The summary of key takeaways from the video, including using all documents, forming an argument, starting with context and thesis, and attempting sourcing.
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