08-29-2013, 11:54 AM
So, I did read the other threads dealing with this test, but most of the advice was a few years old. I am assuming that the tests have probably changed somewhat.
I am scheduled to take A History of the Vietnam War in two weeks, as part of the the final three DSSTs for my History B.A. I am almost exclusively using InstantCert, Sparknotes on Vietnam, and Free Clep Prep's practice tests (scoring 90% consistently). What I am wondering is, do you think this should be enough to pass the test?
Two years ago I took Civil War and Reconstruction and passed it just from using InstantCert, scoring a 71. Now, varying reports say that for the Vietnam test you need to study much more than what is on IC, while others say IC and Sparknotes are enough. Does it come down to familiarity with the subject matter, or are the questions that specific or tough? I found on the Civil War test that the questions were exactly the same as what I was taught on IC. I have heard that is not necessarily the case with the Vietnam test.
After I take the test, I am scheduling Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union and Intro to Modern Middle East. I am told these are even more tough, but again, it is a matter of opinion.
I am shooting for getting my final 12 credits done before Christmas, so I can graduate in March. And I want to get these three tests done before I get too deep into my Capstone project.
What do you guys think? Can I do the test(s) mainly using IC flashcards, or do I need to have my head re-examined?
I am scheduled to take A History of the Vietnam War in two weeks, as part of the the final three DSSTs for my History B.A. I am almost exclusively using InstantCert, Sparknotes on Vietnam, and Free Clep Prep's practice tests (scoring 90% consistently). What I am wondering is, do you think this should be enough to pass the test?
Two years ago I took Civil War and Reconstruction and passed it just from using InstantCert, scoring a 71. Now, varying reports say that for the Vietnam test you need to study much more than what is on IC, while others say IC and Sparknotes are enough. Does it come down to familiarity with the subject matter, or are the questions that specific or tough? I found on the Civil War test that the questions were exactly the same as what I was taught on IC. I have heard that is not necessarily the case with the Vietnam test.
After I take the test, I am scheduling Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union and Intro to Modern Middle East. I am told these are even more tough, but again, it is a matter of opinion.
I am shooting for getting my final 12 credits done before Christmas, so I can graduate in March. And I want to get these three tests done before I get too deep into my Capstone project.
What do you guys think? Can I do the test(s) mainly using IC flashcards, or do I need to have my head re-examined?
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