AP® Test Prep Series
Comprehensive exam preparation and support
Reinforce learning and boost exam performance
Pearson’s Test Prep Series offers comprehensive exam preparation resources designed to support students in their AP® courses and prepare them for the standardized AP® exams offered by the College Board.
This series provides an overview of the AP® course, offering test-taking tips and strategies that will help students perform at their best. It includes a variety of multiple-choice and free-response questions that closely align with what students learn in class and what they can expect on the actual exam.
To reinforce their understanding and practice their skills, students are also provided with two AP-style practice tests, complete with detailed answer explanations.
AP® Human Geography
This comprehensive workbook offers a detailed review of the AP® Human Geography curriculum and exam, accompanied by a variety of resources to help students excel on the test. It includes convenient quick quizzes, recommended online resources, and engaging "Think like a Geographer" activities woven throughout the book.
AP® United States History
The AP® United States History test prep workbook is a comprehensive exam review guide, including multiple choice, short answer, and long essay questions for every chapter. It also contains twelve document-based questions with suggested answers, two complete practice tests, and a new introduction to exam-taking strategies.
AP® European History
Organized into 4 sections, this comprehensive workbook offers a structured approach to exam prep for AP® European History. Part I provides an insightful overview of the AP® program, the exam itself, and valuable test-taking strategies. In Part II, key concepts from the textbook are highlighted, followed by ample opportunities to practice various question formats. Part III contains document-based questions with sample answers for students to familiarize themselves with this specific question type. Finally, Part IV has two full-length practice exams, providing students with a realistic test experience from start to finish.
AP® World History
Organized into 3 sections, this comprehensive workbook prepares students for the AP® World History exam. Part I serves as an informative introduction to the course and exam and features document-based questions and sample answers. In Part II, chapter sections explore unit-correlated content, topics, objectives, key developments, multiple-choice questions, a short-answer question, and a long essay question. Part III contains more challenging document-based questions that help sharpen critical thinking skills.
AP® United States Government & Politics
A comprehensive workbook that prepares students for the AP® United States Government exam. Available in 2 editions. Each edition contains a variety of questions that closely resemble those found on the actual exam, along with valuable tips for test-taking and insights into the grading process used by the College Board. The workbooks contain practice drills and two full-length sample exams.
AP® Psychology
This comprehensive student workbook prepares students for the AP® Psychology exam. It includes concise summaries of each chapter, along with AP®-style multiple-choice and free-response practice questions that align with the learning objectives. Two complete practice exams with scoring guidelines are also provided. Additionally, the workbook features an innovative Study Hints section that helps explain the most challenging concepts from each chapter.
AP® Precalculus
This comprehensive workbook prepares students for the AP® Precalculus exam. It provides correlations between crucial AP® test topics and the corresponding chapters and sections of the textbook Precalculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic AP® Edition, 11th edition. Inside, users will find two full practice tests that closely resemble the AP® exam. The guide also includes a "Brush-Up Diagnostic Quiz" to reinforce important prerequisite skills and a "Know Your Calculator" section that targets key skills needed for the test.
AP® Calculus
This comprehensive test prep workbook strengthens the link between classroom learning and success on the AP® Calculus AB or BC exam. The authors offer valuable insights into general strategies for approaching the exam and specific test-taking strategies for tackling different question types. Additionally, the workbook includes sample exams with detailed answers and explanations, allowing students to practice their skills and gain a better understanding of the exam format.
AP® Statistics
This workbook prepares students for the AP® Statistics exam with chapter-by-chapter correlations that connect important test topics. It includes a wealth of practice study questions, carefully curated by experienced AP® educators. Students will have access to comprehensive guidelines for mastering each type of exam question, empowering them to approach the test with confidence. Additionally, the book offers four complete practice exams, allowing students to assess their progress and readiness for the real exam.
AP® Biology
This comprehensive workbook prepares students for the AP® Biology exam. It offers a chapter-by-chapter review of essential knowledge, connecting it to the subject matter and exam framework. It also includes supplementary learning materials and illustrative examples. Students will develop a strong understanding of the Big Ideas, apply and recognize connections between common science practices, gain valuable insights into the AP® labs, and prepare thoroughly for the exam with practice tests. To further support students, the workbook includes "You Must Know" boxes, "Tips from the Readers" boxes, and additional practice problems.
AP® Chemistry: The Central Science
This comprehensive workbook prepares students for the AP® Chemistry (The Central Science) exam. It offers concise content summaries that cover all the essential subject matter found within the Content Units, Big Ideas, and Learning Objectives of the AP® curriculum. It also features a wide range of questions that are meticulously aligned with the program's Enduring Understandings, Learning Objectives, and Essential Knowledge. Students will have the opportunity to enhance their skills in interpreting diagrams, data, charts, and graphs, strengthening their ability to analyze and understand complex information.
AP® Chemistry: A Molecular Approach
This comprehensive workbook offers concise content summaries for each chapter, specifically tailored to be relevant for the AP® Chemistry (A Molecular Approach) exam. It provides a thorough overview of the AP® Chemistry exam format and the corresponding scoring guidelines, equipping students with valuable insights. It also includes effective strategies for approaching the exam and helpful tips on how to study effectively. To further enhance exam readiness, the workbook features a variety of sample AP® Chemistry-style questions for practice, allowing students to reinforce their knowledge and familiarize themselves with the exam format.
AP® Environmental Science
This comprehensive workbook is divided into four parts to support students in their preparation for the AP® Environmental Science exam. Part I provides an overview of the course's big ideas, specific learning objectives, and science practices, ensuring students have a solid foundation. Part II reviews major environmental science topics, presenting important information from each text chapter. Sample questions and chapter summaries are organized using the "You Must Know" textbook features, allowing for targeted practice. Part III contains all the answers and explanations for the sample questions, providing a valuable resource for self-assessment. Finally, Part IV includes a complete practice test with its own answers and explanations, offering students the opportunity to simulate the exam experience and further gauge their readiness.