AP African American Studies

The exam format includes 60 multiple-choice questions, four free-response questions, and one project or written arguement. Students are allotted 70 minutes to complete the multiple-choice section and 80 minutes to compose their responses to the free response questions. To make sure you’re prepared enough to finish in time, take a look through our free AP African American Studies study guide that covers the most important material you should know.

How do I study for AP African American Studies?

You’ve likely covered a lot of material during your course this year, but to get a 5 on the AP exam, it’s important you understand how often each topic shows up. Once you take a look through the breakdown below, make sure to read through the AP African American Studies study guide above with all the key points you should know for each unit.

What units are on AP African American Studies?

Unit 1: Origins of the African Diaspora
Unit 2: Freedom, Enslavement, and Resistance
Unit 3: The Practice of Freedom
Unit 4: Movements and Debates

What are the video resources?

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Where can I ask AP African American Studies questions?

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What is AP African American Studies?

AP African American Studies explores examines the diversity of African American experiences through direct encounters with rich and varied sources. On this page, you’ll find AP African American Studies resources to help you with your AP African American Studies review.