Guide to Using Ideas in AP Language and Composition

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of forwarding?

• Illustrating

• Authorizing

• Borrowing

• Summarizing

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Explain the process of illustrating as described in the guide.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Match the steps of illustrating with their descriptions:

• Explain why this example is important and how it adds to your argument.

• Connect to your argument

• Clearly show how this example supports your point, making the connection between the example and your ideas.

• Analyze the example

• Pick parts of Thunberg's speech that relate closely to your argument.

• Contextualize the example

• Explain a little about Thunberg's speech, so your readers understand why the example is important.

• Select relevant examples

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is NOT a way Thunberg uses data to elaborate her arguments?

• Quantification

• Time sensitivity

• Personal anecdotes

• Scientific backing

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Explain how Thunberg uses the concept of 'Authorizing' to strengthen her arguments.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Match the following steps with their corresponding descriptions in the context of 'Borrowing':

• Define the borrowed idea in your own words.

• Explain the concept

• Show how this borrowed idea helps you understand your topic better.

• Identify key concepts

• Look for unique ideas in Thunberg's speech that could help your argument.

• Apply the concept

• Acknowledge that you're using Thunberg's ideas.

• Credit the source

What does the term 'extending' mean in the context of forwarding ideas?

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Which of the following is NOT a step in the process of extending an idea?

• Understand the original concept

• Identify new applications

• Propose your extension

• Ignore the original idea

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Match the following steps with their descriptions:

• Propose your extension

• Think about how the idea can be used in different situations.

• Justify your extension

• Clearly explain how you're adapting the idea.

• Understand the original concept

• Make sure you know the idea well.

• Identify new applications

• Explain why your new idea is important.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is one benefit of learning how to forward ideas in writing?

• It helps you engage in thoughtful discussions.

• It helps you build strong arguments.

• It helps you develop skills that can be used in many different topics.

• All of the above.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1