DBQ
Education & Academia abbreviation · Standardized Test
| Stands for | Document-based question |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
DBQ stands for Document-based question, a standardized test abbreviation.
Essay question on AP US History, AP European History and AP World History that asks students to build an argument from seven historical documents plus outside knowledge. It is scored out of 7 points for thesis, contextualization, evidence, analysis and complexity.
Example: We have 60 minutes for the DBQ, including a 15-minute reading period.
Usage notes
The DBQ first appeared on the AP US History exam in 1973. Rubric points reward sourcing, such as explaining a document's purpose or audience, not just quoting it. Teachers in middle and high schools often assign DBQ-style essays to build historical reasoning.
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