How to Get the Most from This Program

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Ways of the World Part AP® World History Time Periods % Tested
ONE to c. 600 B.C.E. 5%
TWO c. 600 B.C.E.–c. 600 C.E. 15%
THREE c. 600 C.E.–c. 1450 20%
FOUR c. 1450–c. 1750 20%
FIVE c. 1750–c. 1900 20%
SIX c. 1900–present 20%

Start Smart!

Notice that this book is organized into six parts. These parts align with the six time periods established by the College Board for the AP® World History course. Each part and chapter of this text is structured around a common set of features designed to convey the rich story of humankind while helping you develop the skills required to realize success on the AP® World History exam. Follow these steps to begin exploring history.

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Put Things in Context

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Read with a Purpose

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Think Like a Historian

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Practice for the AP® Exam

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