Hey fellow juniors! I'm considering taking AP Psychology and AP US History next year. For those who've taken these exams, can you give me an idea of how much stuff I'll need to memorize? And how long are each of these exams?
Hi there! It's wonderful that you're planning your AP courses thoughtfully. The workload for both AP Psychology and AP US History is substantial, but they're manageable with consistent study habits. AP Psychology focuses on terminology and understanding key concepts, which can involve a fair amount of memorization. Diagrams and studies are important too. For AP US History, you'll be looking at various historical periods, requiring you to comprehend and connect events, which means a blend of memorization and analytical skills is necessary.
The exams themselves are both around 3 hours long. AP Psychology has a 70-minute multiple-choice section and a 50-minute free-response section. AP US History has a 95-minute multiple-choice and short-answer section, followed by a 100-minute free-response section (document-based question and long essay). Students often create study schedules that begin months in advance to ensure they cover all materials needed. Flashcards, study groups, and practice exams are great tools to prepare for these tests. Good luck with your studying!
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