Textbook for US History 1 CLEP?

Question

I need a good textbook to study from to pass US History 1 CLEP. If at all possible I'd like it to be a short as possible. Any suggestions would be very welcome. Thanx.

Answer 1

The History CLEPs cover a lot of information.  If you study a book that's too brief, there's a good possibility you won't have learned enough information to pass the test.  I didn't take US History I, but I took and passed US History II.  For that test, I used InstantCert and studied info about presidencies, policies, etc. by using readily available information on the internet (Wikipedia, history websites, etc.).  

InstantCert is an online study resource. They charge a $20 a month fee, but you have access the study questions for many different subjects. They also have an excellent forum where people give feedback and advice on specific CLEP tests, so it might be helpful for you to check that out. If you're interested, here is a link, and coupon code "36438" will give you $5 off the first month.

http://www.instantcert.com/landing.html

Make certain that you are adequately prepared for this CLEP.  If you fail, you cannot retake it for 6 months.  For a general description and approximate breakdown of topics covered on the test, check out the College Board website here:

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/test...

Good luck!