Ten Basic DBQ Steps
AP World History

1. Read the prompt and determine what is being asked.
2. Read each document, underlining each statements, take notes on edges.  Identify potential POVs.
   
3. Group documents (use all documents) - groups should answer the prompt, consider using SPRITE.  If groups are provided, use them!
   
4. Write thesis statement, include your three groups.
5. Begin writing body paragraphs, using facts from documents.
6. Types of info you can draw from each document:
• Paraphrase of specific fact, idea
• General idea of document
• Quote - use sparingly
  
7. Analyze the facts drawn from each document by explain their importance and connecting it to the topic of the paragraph AND/OR your thesis statement.  You can do this individually or you may group facts together and analyze them together.
8. For at least three documents, write a Point of View Statement.  This should explain WHY the author's POV may have affected what he has said.
   
9. Add at least two additional documents that provide a perspective AND information not already available - you must explain both of these items to get credit.  Put them where they best fit OR in the conclusion.
   
10. Finish writing the essay.