AP Lang Review

When referencing the moves that a writer makes in a text, it is important to do what?

• Show why the writer made that choice and how it builds their argument.

• Add a ton of commentary.

• Discuss as many choices as you can.

• Show how you can do it too.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

How can you prevent bias in your argument?

• Tell the reader you aren't bias.

• Acknowledge an opposing view.

• Don't let the sources overtake you.

• Argue for one position.

What is the first step of critical reading?

• Read the introduction for each source.

• Determine your position.

• Make sure you understand what the prompt is asking you.

• Read through all of the sources to find evidence..

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Evaluate the effectiveness of the author's use of first-person narrative in creating a connection with the reader in the provided text excerpt.

• Analyze specific examples from the text.

• Summarize the text.

• Compare it with a third-person narrative.

• Describe the main character.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Analyze the character's motivation in the excerpt where the protagonist decides to return to school after many years. What is the primary reason for their decision?

• To meet new people

• To escape their current life

• To fulfill a promise

• To gain knowledge

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Pick the term that matches the definition: an urgent need or demand, a spark

• Chiasmus

• Allusion

• Line of reasoning

• Exigence

The body of your paper should do which of the following: (select more than 1)

• Provide specific evidence to support all claims in a line of reasoning.

• Consistently explain how the evidence supports a line of reasoning

• Explain how at least 2 literary elements or techniques in the contribute to the meaning of the work.

• Summarize the reading.

Which of the following essay types will you not be asked to compose on the AP exam?

• Synthesis

• Argument

• Rhetorical Analysis

• Description

A great introduction includes the following

• engages

• intriguing statements

• evidence

• acknowledgement of all sources that will be used