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I need to take a CLEP in order to get my AA, and it's looking like it's going to be between the US History 1 (Early civilization-1877) test or the American Government test. I'm currently a Junior in college and I took US History Honors last maybe in Junior year of HS and I took AP American Government in my senior year of HS. I was thinking about taking the Am. Gov't test, but I read online that the History one is a lot easier. Which one should I take? I have about two weeks (if that) to study and take it and I NEED to pass!!!!! Please help! And any advice/tips on either test would be greatly appreciated!
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07-21-2013, 04:43 PM
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Take history. The REA U.S. History exam prep books are very time efficient at preparing you for the exams.
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Agreeing with CLEP3705. Both tests are doable, but the history test is easier.
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Idk about the History Exam, but I BARELY passed the American gov't with a 52.
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As far as tips for studying, the REA book mentioned above is great. Also, there is instantcert, cliffnotes, and free videos from hippocampus and education portal.
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07-21-2013, 06:32 PM
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American Gov is harder than US History 1. But try a practice test for each, and that can help guide you. Consider what you score, and what questions you're more comfortable with.
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Getting ready for u.s his 1 this month and usinging instant cert slides over and over along with the REA I should be fine. Your u.s government ap classes will help towards the constitution and the understanding of the three branches of government. I've only got 1 hand working so please excuse the typos.
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Did you check to see if your school will give you credit for the AP Gov course you took in HS? Some schools will do this.
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IrishJohn Wrote:Did you check to see if your school will give you credit for the AP Gov course you took in HS? Some schools will do this.
Unfortunately, I got a 2 on the AP test so the credit did not count. I needed a 3 for college credit.
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Easiest - U.S. History - More fact based as opposed to American Govt. which seems to be understanding-based (if that makes any sense). REA, Petersons, AP History website and IC will definitely help you pass the test with flying colors.
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