Unit 5 ap world practice test
by Emily Glankler
After a string of broad, metaphorical units about Global Tapestries and Transoceanic Interconnections, the College Board gets uncharacteristically specific in Unit 5 of the AP World History: Modern curriculum. This begs the question: Is Unit 5 really
just
about revolutions?
Why is Unit 5 called “Revolutions?”
In the simplest sense, AP World Unit 5 is about two different types of revolutions: political revolutions inspired by new Enlightenment ideas and the economic changes sparked by the Industrial Revolution. But industrialization, of course, is far more complex than a simple “revolution.” Most of the unit is more broadly concerned with global
transformations
that occurred under the umbrella of industrialization: the “Revolution” itself that began in England, but also the constant back-and-forth between rapidly industrializing nations and the parts of the world they are attempting to bring into their economic sphere of influence.
The short answer: the first half of Unit 5 is about the traditional “Modern” revolutions but by 5.6 we begin to go off the rails (train pun very much intended.)
How should we approach the content of Unit 5?
Unit 5: Revolutions from 1750-1900
In AP® World History, unit 5 focuses on the revolutions from 1750 CE to 1900 CE and accounts for 12-15% of the material on the exam. The following guide will be updated periodically with hyperlinks to excellent resources. As you are reviewing for the modern era, focus on the key concepts and use the essential questions to guide you. After studying on your own, invite some friends to a study with me online session to discuss the main points of the unit and review anything that you may be confused on. It is a great way to for everyone to feel supported while studying!
👉 Watch AP World teacher Patrick Lasseter give an overview of The Age of Revolutions
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Context of Unit 5: What was going on?
Columbian Exchange increased movement of products, ideas, people, and diseases around the world → increased population
Industrialization came about as a result of increased wealth & demand
European states practiced Imperialism for more materials and access to markets
Political shifts occurred as a result, led by rebellions and revolts
More and more people migrated because of economic opportunity and political turmoil
Major causes and effect
The AP World History: Modern course covers significant events, individuals, developments, and processes from the year 1200 to the present. Our AP World History practice tests cover the nine units from the course and are a great resource for your AP World History review.
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The AP World History exam covers historical developments across the globe from 1200 C.E. to the present. The exam consists of two sections and must be completed within 3 hours and 15 minutes.
Section I of the test is divided into Part A and Part B. Section IA is a 55-minute, 55-question multiple choice exam that asks students to respond to one or more primary or secondary sources. There will be multiple questions paired with each source. You will need to analyze each source (which may be texts, charts, maps, images, cartoons, etc.) as well as the historical contexts and developments they describe.
Section IB is a 40-minute, 3-question short answer section. The questions are always structured the same way so you know what to expect:
• The first question asks about historical developments and processes betwe
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