I just found out my teacher legitimately does not teach us how to write an FRQ or a DBQ. At ALL. Like, we’ve done a couple thesis statements but that’s it. I knew out of the two teachers that teaches APUSH in my school I got the worse one (like, I’d have to study a lot more with external resources for the exam), but I didn’t think he’d not cover something on the test at all! Obviously this does not bode well for me >.<;</p>
I’ll be looking around online for some prompts, but I still need to learn the exact format of these things and I need anyone who’s willing to grade them for me and give me feedback. Also, any and all tips regarding the essay, or even other parts of the test; my teacher overall is kinda flaky.</p>
<p>I would suggest brainstorming for each prompt and then coming up with a sample thesis and outline for each essay. Try to use historical categorizations (cultural, economic, political, legal etc) for organizing your body paragraphs into a coherent whole. </p>
<p>If you post an essay or two here I can give a quick critique. Or feel free to PM if you have more specific questions.</p>
<p>Okay just last week he decided the next test we’re taking’s gonna be an essay… when he hasn’t taught us how to write an essay at all e.e; SMART MOVE.</p>
<p>TSGuru: Ahh, awesome! Yeah, I think I’ll look at the prompt and try writing a couple practice essays and put them up. Thank you! ^o^</p>