How many minutes are recommended for reading the sources?

• 10-12 minutes

• 6-8 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

What is the recommended time allocation for planning the essay?

• 2-3 minutes

• 4-7 minutes

• 8-10 minutes

• 12-15 minutes

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CCSS.W.11-12.10

What is the minimum number of sources required to be used in the synthesis essay?

• 6

• 2

• 3

• 4

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CCSS.W.11-12.7

CCSS.W.11-12.8

What is the primary reason for avoiding personal pronouns in the synthesis essay?

• To simplify the essay

• To focus on the sources

• To increase word count

• To maintain objectivity

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CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

What is the main question posed by the 2017 AP English Language exam prompt?

• The history of public libraries

• The role of technology in libraries

• The relevance of libraries in the future

• The impact of digital books on libraries

What symbol is used to indicate a source's relevance to libraries in today's age?

• A minus sign

• A star

• A plus sign

• A check mark

What does drawing a minus sign on a source indicate?

• The source contains no useful information

• The source views libraries as no longer relevant

• The source is difficult to understand

• The source is irrelevant

Which strategy is NOT recommended for the synthesis essay?

• Using personal pronouns

• Offering counterarguments

• Using evidence to support claims

• Developing a clear thesis statement

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CCSS.W.11-12.1A

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

Which of the following is NOT a suggested use of libraries in the future?

• Offering interactive educational resources

• Exclusively providing print books

• Promoting civic engagement

• Enhancing public technological skills

What is a key feature of the synthesis essay's introductory paragraph?

• It must include a detailed summary of each source

• It should clearly state the writer's position

• It must be at least five sentences long

• It should list all the sources used

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CCSS.W.11-12.1A