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5 Steps to a 5 AP World History, 2010-2011 Edition (5 Steps to a 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations Series)

5 Steps to a 5 AP World History, 2010-2011 Edition (5 Steps to a 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations Series)Author: Peggy Martin
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Category: Book

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ISBN: 0071623965
Dewey Decimal Number: 907.6
EAN: 9780071623964
ASIN: 0071623965

Publication Date: November 11, 2009
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A Perfect Plan for the Perfect Score

We want you to succeed on your AP* exam. That's why we've created this 5-step plan to help you study more effectively, use your preparation time wisely, and get your best score. This easy-to-follow guide offers you a complete review of your AP course, strategies to give you the edge on test day, and plenty of practice with AP-style test questions. You'll sharpen your subject knowledge, strengthen your thinking skills, and build your test-taking confidence with

  • Full-length practice exams modeled on the real test
  • All the terms and concepts you need to know to get your best score
  • Your choice of three customized study schedules--so you can pick the one that meets your needs

The 5-Step Plan helps you get the most out of your study time:
Step 1: Set Up Your Study Program
Step 2: Determine Your Readiness
Step 3: Develop the Strategies
Step 4: Review the Knowledge
Step 5: Build Your Confidence

Topics include: Foundations (8000 B.C.E.-600 C.E.); The World History Environment and Periodization; Development of Agriculture and Technology; Structure of Early Civilizations; Rise of Classical Civilizations; Origins of World Belief Systems; Interactions in the Late Classical Period; The Rise and Spread of Islam; The Expansion of China; Changes in European Institutions; Interregional Trade and Exchange; Empires in the Americas; . Empires and Other Political Systems; Hemispheric Exchange; Systems of Slavery; Cultural and Intellectual Changes; The Industrial Revolution and Social Changes; Demographic and Environmental Developments; World Trade; Political Revolution; Western Imperialism; World Wars and Depression; The Cold War and the Postwar Balance of Power; End of the Cold War and Nationalist Movements; Global Trade; Technological Developments; Social Changes; and Demographic and Environmental Developments
Also includes: Practice tests

*AP, Advanced Placement Program, and College Board are registered trademarks of the College Entrance Examination Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.




Customer Reviews:
5 out of 5 stars Does what it says on the tin   February 5, 2010
Reader (Dublin, Ireland)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

This is a great, concise, prep for the AP, esp. if you / your child are not in a class that teaches *how* to take the AP. It gives very clear guidelines as to how to answer the questions (there are marks for specific elements of the answer), and an overview of the thematic approach. The Princeton Review book has more actual subject review, and is a good complement to this one, but I would highly recommend getting them as a pair.


4 out of 5 stars Very Good for "Nuts and Bolts"   March 25, 2010
William Alexander (Spartanburg, SC)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

I teach AP World History, and I bought this guide for one of my students who was not able to afford one. And, after he used it to raise his scores overall, I concluded that it was a good "nutshell" and took a harder look at it.

Apart from the fact that I have several national colleagues who recommend it, my thoughts are that this book does an excellent job explaining - in very easy, even calm - language just "how" to tackle multiple choice and essay questions on the AP World History examination. However, it is weak on content. So, the other reviewer in this thread is exactly right when he suggests that this nutshell and the Princeton (and I would add Kaplan) should be purchased as a set. Together and used diligently as the AP World History course progresses, I cannot see how they would fail to provide something of a "boost," as well as making the student more confident as he or she works through the review exercises.

But, IMPORTANT NOTE. There is a distinct possibility that the College Board may be making significant changes to the format of the AP World History examination starting in academic year 2011-2012. So, if you are thinking about a "used" purchase in that year or later, please check the College Board's website to make sure that this book or earlier printings will serve. It likely will not, at least for any essay portion, so it is something to bear in mind before the money is spent!

Recommended!