ttan
May 23, 2008, 5:51pm
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<p>I'm taking Math II & US History in a couple weeks (June), and I was wondering if anyone had some recommended prep books. </p>
<p>For Math II, I'm only using Barron's, and I've gotten about a third through it. (currently enrolled in Calc AB, 740 on SAT Math)</p>
<p>For US History, I've gone through Sparknotes and I'm also using AP Exam Guides from Kaplan and CliffsAP.</p>
<p>I'm aiming for at least 750s. </p>
<p>Also, I'm considering taking another one in October, but I'm not sure what to take. I want to major in Business and possibly double major in Mechanical Sciences.</p>
<p>Recommendations?</p>
<p>i wouldn’t stick to Barron right now.need to know.
<h2>I started with Barron and I thought all of the material were gonna be on the test, so I really freaked out.</h2>
<p>for US History, i suggest asdfjkl1’s method.
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Here you go! =]</p>
<p>I didn’t use a review book. I just got the practice test from the CB book, took them to see how I’d do. And that was the end of my ‘preparation’.</p>
<p>Basically, my knowledge span from random stuff from the Antiques Roadshow to random History Channel programs to just staying awake during APUS paid off. That’s it. No if, ands or buts about it. FYI, I’m going to be a history major. And I’m an history buff. So it’s not like..I was going to. (It comes easy..)</p>
<h2>Now, I’m going to be helpful.</h2>
<p>Anyways, if you are actually going to prepare, I’d reccomend taking a practice test form a reliable source. I used the CB’s one in the SAT II test book (which accurately reflects your score for the most part..). Then, from there, spot check. I’m not sure what level you’re really at in History. But, basically take it. See what time periods you’re getting wrong. And just get a APUS textbook. Skim through. Or find a nice History Channel program if you can pay attention/absorb (a bit timely..). And once you feel like you’ve covered the material you got wrong. Go on to the next test. Take it and then spot check.</p>
<p>Reading the whole book will do you no good. It will only take up time. USH is along the lines of “Know it..or..Not.” So if you think you’ve got it moderately well, move on to the stuff you’re struggling with.</p>
<p>That’s what I would suggest. =]</p>
<p>If you have any questions regarding content/the history itself/the SAT II/whatever, send away. I’ll answer. =]
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<p>her.
ttan
May 24, 2008, 5:33am
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<p>Alright I’ll give those a shot!</p>
<p>Thanks! Wish me luck =)</p>
And, I don’t mind.</p>