Understanding the DBQ is Key to Writing a 7-point Essay

AP History Help

The Document Based Question Essay can be intimidating. Not anymore! Listen to this episode to hear a detailed breakdown of how to get each of the points of the rubric. You will also hear about strategies, tips, and tricks to write a killer DBQ essay and ace the AP History exam! There is so much good information that it didn’t all fit. As a result look for a future episode as a follow up where I give you even more great advice on writing the DBQ Essay!

Show Links/Notes:

DBQ Class on Outschool: https://outschool.com/classes/ap-history-dbq-document-based-question-essay-prep-world-or-us-history-I2OXBxyu?usid=4M9JQc2s&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Outschool Teacher Profile: https://outschool.com/teachers/Wendy-Wawrzyniak?usid=4M9JQc2s&signup=true&authTrigger=follow_teacher&utm_campaign=share_leader_link

AP History Help Website: https://aphistoryhelp.com/coach%2Fclasses%2Fresources

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvK-ftgULHpZl4DJ3a7ewlA

Thesis Statement: Western European imperialism resulted in the exploitation of labor and resources on non-industrialized nations in African and Asia. This benefitted the Europeans, either by exploiting the labor of indigenous peoples to gather resources, or to expand the markets to yield the most profit, and causing economic decline in Africa and Asia.