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Crash Course: AP History Writing

SAT Score Range

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10 sessions

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About

This series will break down the three complicated AP History writing tasks—the SAQ, DBQ, and LEQ—into simple, manageable steps to help you write with confidence in both your AP History class and on the AP Exam in May.

We’ll cover the rubrics for each task, examine real high-scoring examples, and go over a concise structure that will help you earn all the possible points. You’ll also get the chance to try writing SAQs and parts of the DBQ and LEQ with real-time feedback from the tutor. You can even bring in essays you've already written for direct guidance on how to improve.

Most sessions will begin with an introduction and then dive into one of the writing tasks—explaining rubrics, showing examples, and reviewing proven strategies. Toward the end, you’ll get time to practice writing and ask any questions during a Q&A.

Additional sessions in this series will include separate Q&A sessions for feedback and writing sessions where learners can attempt full DBQs or LEQs based on what they’ve learned.

This series is perfect for first-timers just getting to know the writing tasks, as well as students looking to refine their technique and earn every point possible.

Tutor Qualifications: I took AP World History this past school year, earned a 5 on the exam, and an A+ in the class both semesters. I’ve also given multiple students at my school valuable feedback and guidance on their AP History essays.

Tutored by

Amaya A 🇺🇸

Certified in 9 topics

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Hi! I am a high school student from Illinois. I am passionate about learning and would like to share that with others, as well as learn some new things myself here at Schoolhouse. I am very committed and would be willing to help students learn new concepts and improve their skills. I am studying for the SAT and ACT and am part of the Advanced Placement program at my high school. I am taking AP Seminar, AP U.S. History, AP Chemistry, Spanish IV Honors, Accelerated Precalculus, and Anatomy and Physiology, so I might need some help with these subjects! I have completed AP World History and AP Human Geography, so I am happy to tutor these subjects! I can also tutor general biology and chemistry, and math subjects through Algebra 2. I plan to go into medicine and enroll in a BS/MD program. I am pursuing some medical extracurriculars, and along with tutoring, I do Kathak dance, play tennis, and play the piano.

Schedule

✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY

You’re welcome to attend whichever sessions you’d like, but please message the tutor in advance if you plan to miss one.

To get the most out of the series, it’s highly recommended that you attend all sessions—or at least those where new content is covered!

SESSION 1

29

Jul

SESSION 1

Community Events

Community Events

Tue 2:45 AM - 3:45 AM UTCJul 29, 2:45 AM - 3:45 AM UTC

Focus: Introduction to the series and the AP History writing tasks!

1. Icebreakers
2. Introduction to the Series
3. Introduce the SAQ, LEQ, and DBQ
4. Look at DBQ and LEQ Rubrics
5. Present High-Scoring Examples
6. Q&A
SESSION 2

30

Jul

SESSION 2

Community Events

Community Events

Wed 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCJul 30, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

Focus: The SAQ!

1. Introduction
2. Review Concise SAQ Structure
3. Look at High-Scoring Examples
4. Nuances to Know
5. SAQ Writing Practice!
6. Q&A
SESSION 3

31

Jul

SESSION 3

Community Events

Community Events

Thu 1:00 AM - 2:00 AM UTCJul 31, 1:00 AM - 2:00 AM UTC

Focus: The DBQ Part 1—Thesis, Historical Context, Evidence!

We will also cover how to analyze the documents and the prep-work for the DBQ!

1. Introduction
2. How to Analyze Documents
3. DBQ Prep Work: Groups/Thesis
4. Thesis, Historical Context, Evidence
5. Writing Practice!
6. Q&A
SESSION 4

1

Aug

SESSION 4

Community Events

Community Events

Fri 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCAug 1, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

Focus: The DBQ Part 2—Sourcing, Analysis/Reasoning, Complexity!

We will also cover a sure-fire format to earn full points on the DBQ!

1. Introduction
2. Explain Sourcing, Analysis/Reasoning, Complexity!
3. Complete DBQ Format!
4. Look at Examples!
5. Writing Practice!
6. Q&A
SESSION 5

2

Aug

SESSION 5

Other Topics

Other Topics

Sat 3:30 AM - 4:30 AM UTCAug 2, 3:30 AM - 4:30 AM UTC

Focus: The LEQ!

We will cover a sure-fire format to earn full points on the LEQ!

1. Introduction
2. LEQ Elements
3. Complete LEQ Format!
4. Look at Examples
5. Writing Practice
6. Q&A
SESSION 6

5

Aug

SESSION 6

Other Topics

Other Topics

Tue 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCAug 5, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

SAQ Writing Session!

Practice writing full SAQs with guidance available, and get feedback on your writing!

Choose between SAQs about a non-historical topic or SAQs from an AP History course if you have prior knowledge!
SESSION 7

6

Aug

SESSION 7

Other Topics

Other Topics

Wed 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCAug 6, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

AP History Writing Q&A!

Get questions answered about the SAQ, DBQ, and LEQ!

Bring your writing to be scored and reviewed, and receive feedback and guidance on your progress!
SESSION 8

7

Aug

SESSION 8

Other Topics

Other Topics

Thu 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCAug 7, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

DBQ Writing Session!

Practice writing a full DBQ with guidance available, and get feedback on your writing!

Choose between a DBQ about a non-historical topic or a DBQ from an AP History course if you have prior knowledge!
SESSION 9

8

Aug

SESSION 9

Other Topics

Other Topics

Fri 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCAug 8, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

AP History Writing Q&A!

Get questions answered about the SAQ, DBQ, and LEQ!

Bring your writing to be scored and reviewed, and receive feedback and guidance on your progress!
SESSION 10

9

Aug

SESSION 10

Other Topics

Other Topics

Sat 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTCAug 9, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM UTC

LEQ Writing Session!

Practice writing a full LEQ with guidance available, and get feedback on your writing!

Choose between an LEQ about a non-historical topic or an LEQ from an AP History course if you have prior knowledge!

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Jul 29 - Aug 9

2 weeks

60 mins

/ session

Next session on August 5, 2025

SCHEDULE

Tuesdays

2:45AM

Wednesdays

2:00AM

Thursdays

1:00AM

Fridays

2:00AM

Saturdays

3:30AM

Tuesdays

2:00AM

Thursdays

2:00AM

Saturdays

2:00AM