AP World History Mock Exam LEQ

Complete ONE of the LEQ questions.

In the period circa 1200-1450, scientific and technological advances in Afro-Eurasia occurred both through new discoveries and through diffusion across cultures in areas of increased interconnections, such as the Silk Roads and the Mediterranean. Develop an argument that evaluates the extent to which cross-cultural connections were the leading factor behind scientific and/or technological advances in Afro-Eurasia during this period.

In the period circa 1450-1750, economic exchanges played an important role in shaping the interactions between European, African, and Native American societies in the Atlantic World. Develop an argument that evaluate the extent to which Native American and/or West African societies changed as a result of their increased economic interactions with Europe during this period.

In the period circa 1750-1900, the expansion of European imperialism around the world led non-European states and societies to resist European territorial expansion and/or economic interference. Develop an argument that evaluates the extent to which European imperialism in Afro-Eurasia led to active resistance by indigenous societies during this period.