AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam Preparation. Essay

What is the total time allocated for the argumentative essay section in the AP Spanish exam?

• 25 minutes

• 55 minutes

• 1 hour and 10 minutes

• 40 minutes

What is the percentage contribution of Section 2A to the overall AP score?

• 35%

• 45%

• 25%

• 15%

How many times can you listen to the audio source in the argumentative essay section?

• Once

• Twice

• Three times

• Four times

Which of the following is NOT a source type you might encounter in the argumentative essay section?

• Article

• Podcast

• Infographic

• Graph

What should the introductory paragraph of the argumentative essay ideally include?

• A summary of the conclusion

• A list of references

• A thesis statement

• A detailed description of each source

What is the main function of the hook in the introductory paragraph?

• To provide a summary

• To engage the reader

• To list the main points

• To conclude the argument

How many body paragraphs are recommended for the argumentative essay?

• One

• Two to three

• Four to five

• At least six

How should evidence be incorporated into the body paragraphs?

• At the end only

• Not at all

• Sporadically

• Throughout each paragraph

What is the purpose of the concluding sentence in each body paragraph?

• To explain how evidence supports the argument

• To summarize the essay

• To present a new argument

• To introduce the next paragraph

What should the concluding paragraph primarily do?

• Introduce new ideas

• Ask questions

• Restate the thesis and synthesize arguments

• Provide a detailed summary