CLEP US History I

CLEP US History I covers the foundational events and themes in American history from pre-Columbian times to the Civil War.

Pre-Columbian Societies and Native CulturesEuropean Exploration and ColonizationColonial America and the Road to Independence
The Revolutionary War and Its AftermathThe Constitution and the Early RepublicExpansion, Reform, and the Road to Civil War
Understanding Civic Rights and ResponsibilitiesRecognizing Historical Patterns in Current EventsApplying Historical Thinking to Everyday Life
Mastering Multiple-Choice QuestionsMaking Timelines and Mind Maps
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Study Strategies

Making Timelines and Mind Maps

Visualize Your Learning

Timelines and mind maps can make tricky historical events easier to understand. Map out major events, people, and connections to see how history fits together. Drawing helps you remember key facts and spot cause-and-effect relationships.

Use colors and shapes to make your notes pop!

Examples

  • Draw a timeline from Columbus to the Civil War to see the big picture.

  • Use a mind map to connect the causes of the American Revolution.