AP Reading Journey and Insights

The video follows a teacher's journey to Tampa for the 2018 AP reading. Along the way, the teacher discusses Malcolm Gladwell's argument about Ivy League and mid-range colleges. Upon arrival, the teacher shares experiences at the AP reading, introduces a colleague, and provides tips for students on handling Document-Based Questions (DBQ) in exams.

What city does the narrator mention as having challenging traffic during their journey?

• Miami

• Atlanta

• Orlando

• Tampa

According to Malcolm Gladwell, which group of college graduates tends to perform better in the real world?

• Bottom third of Ivy League graduates

• Graduates from community colleges

• Top graduates from mid-range colleges

• Top graduates from Ivy League schools

What does the narrator do during their drive to Tampa?

• Listen to an audiobook

• Talk on the phone

• Listen to music

• Plan their schedule

What is the narrator's opinion on the argument presented in Malcolm Gladwell's book?

• They disagree with it

• They find it compelling and interesting

• They find it unconvincing

• They are indifferent to it

What time does the narrator arrive at the hotel?

• 10:30 PM

• 11:00 PM

• 9:15 PM

• 8:00 PM

Who is the narrator's roommate and table mate during the AP reading?

• Adam Norris

• Adam de Toi

• Davey

• Tom Ritchie

What does the narrator say about Adam de Toi's reading pace?

• He reads quickly and efficiently

• He reads at a moderate pace

• He struggles to keep up

• He reads slowly and carefully

What is Adam de Toi's first impression of the AP reading?

• Confusing and difficult

• Fun and meaningful

• Easy and relaxing

• Boring and uninteresting

What is one of the key tips Adam de Toi gives for interpreting DBQ prompts?

• Use only one source

• Summarize the documents

• Focus on the prompt's specific request

• Ignore outside information

What does Adam de Toi suggest about using outside information in essays?

• Mention it briefly

• Use it as the main argument

• Elaborate and connect it to the argument

• Avoid using it