AP European History

Advanced Placement European History studying European civilization from 1450 to present.

The Renaissance and HumanismThe EnlightenmentThe French Revolution
Industrialization and UrbanizationNationalism and UnificationThe World Wars
Applying Historical Thinking SkillsConnecting Past to PresentEffective Note-Taking and Organization
Mastering Multiple-Choice QuestionsWriting Strong Essays
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Practical Applications

Effective Note-Taking and Organization

Staying on Top of Your Studies

Good notes and organized materials are essential for success in AP European History. It helps you see big trends, remember key facts, and prepare for exams.

Strategies

  • Use timelines to track major events.
  • Create charts to compare revolutions or forms of government.
  • Summarize readings in your own words.

How This Pays Off

These habits will help you in any subject, and even in college or your career.

Examples

  • Making a chart comparing the causes and outcomes of the French and Russian Revolutions.

  • Using color-coded notes to highlight political, social, and economic factors.

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Mastering Multiple-Choice Questions