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You can earn one point for creating a complex argument on the DBQ. There are seven methods that can earn the point, including using multiple themes, perspectives, or examples of historical thinking. You can also successfully source or cite evidence more than the requirements outline.

There are eight AP US History themes. They are American and National Identity; Work, Exchange, and Technology; Geography and the Environment; Migration and Settlement; Politics and Power; America in the World; American and Regional Culture; and Social Structures.

You can earn one point on the AP US History DBQ for contextualizing your essay. Contextualization is the process of providing background information about a topic.

You can earn one point for contextualization on the APUSH Long Essay Question. Contextualization refers to providing background information about an essay's main topic.

You can earn one point on the LEQ for creating a complex argument. This point can be awarded for discussing multiple views on a subject, repeated use of historical thinking skills, or having four pieces of evidence.

There are three types of question on the AP US History exam. They are the Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Short Answer Questions (SAQs), Document Based Questions (DBQs), and Long Essay Questions (LEQs).