Why Do They Call It Apush

AcronymDefinitionAPUSHAdvanced Placement United States HistoryAPUSHAdvanced Placement United States History (course/class)

What do you do in APUSH?

The AP US History exam involves critical reading, writing, and in-depth analysis. It’s not just about memorizing names and dates, but rather interpreting historical evidence quickly and accurately, recalling outside information on a topic, and synthesizing your ideas into a coherent argument.

What is taught in APUSH?

Study the cultural, economic, political, and social developments that have shaped the United States from c. 1491 to the present. You’ll analyze texts, visual sources, and other historical evidence and write essays expressing historical arguments.