AP Language Evidence

Match the evidence type with its correct description:

• Quote Sandwich

• A three-part method for evidence integration

• Textual Evidence

• Historical events and current examples

• STAR Method

• Quoting without explanation

• Drop and Run

• A technique for evaluating evidence quality

• Real-World Evidence

• Direct quotes and specific details from the passage

Match the Quote Sandwich component with its purpose:

• Analysis

  Commentary

• Explains why the evidence matters and connects to argument

• Evidence

  Concrete Detail

• The quote or specific detail being referenced

• Signal Phrase

• Background information needed to understand the quote

• Setup

• Transitions into the evidence smoothly

• Context

• Introduces context and signals evidence is coming

Categorize these types of evidence as either Textual Evidence or Real-World Evidence:

Groups:

(a) Textual Evidence:

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(b) Real-World Evidence:

• • Current events

• • Statistics and data

• • Author's word choices

• • Historical examples

• • Expert opinions

• • Literary devices

• • Personal experiences

• • Paragraph organization

• • Structural elements

• • Direct quotes from the passage

Categorize these characteristics as either Strong or Weak Evidence:

Groups:

(a) Strong Evidence:

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(b) Weak Evidence:

• • Directly connects to thesis

• • Comes from credible parts of text

• • Only loosely relates to point

• • Could support any argument

• • Is vague and general

• • Has little room for analysis

• • Can be analyzed in multiple ways

• • Is specific and detailed

What is the main purpose of the Quote Sandwich Method?

​ (a)  

• To effectively integrate and analyze evidence
• To confuse the reader
• To shorten the text
• To eliminate quotes altogether
• To organize essay paragraphs
• To make evidence look longer
• To find evidence quickly in a passage

Which of the following is NOT a component of the STAR Method?

​ (a)  

• Thorough
• Preparation
• Execution
• Reflection
• Specific
• Timely
• Representative

According to the text, which type of evidence should be used "sparingly" in AP Lang essays?

​ (a)  

• Personal experiences
• Statistical data
• Historical facts
• Expert testimonials
• Direct quotes
• Current events

What is the recommended maximum length for quotes in AP Lang essays?

​ (a)  

• 1-2 lines
• 5-6 lines
• 3-4 paragraphs
• 1-2 pages
• 1-2 paragraphs
• 3-4 lines
• 5-6 words

During the initial reading of a passage on the AP exam, how much time should be spent finding evidence?

​ (a)  

• 2-3 minutes
• 5-10 minutes
• 1 hour
• 30 seconds
• 5-6 minutes
• 1 minute

Explain the "Kitchen Sink" mistake in evidence use. Why is it problematic, and what approach should writers take instead?