Study Strategies
## Conquering the DBQ Essay\n\nThe Document-Based Question (DBQ) is a major part of the AP World History exam. It asks you to analyze a set of sources and write an argumentative essay based on them.\n\n### Steps to Success\n\n- Read the prompt and documents carefully.\n- Group documents by themes or viewpoints.\n- Develop a clear thesis and use evidence from the sources.\n- Address context, point of view, and bias in your writing.\n\n### Practice Makes Perfect\n\nThe more DBQs you practice, the easier it gets!
Examples
- Grouping documents about imperialism by economic vs. political motives.
- Identifying the author's perspective in a historical letter.