5/1 Ms PEditor ACE the AP Lang Argument Essay

What is the primary focus of the AP Language and Composition argument essay?

• Developing an evidence-based argument

• Comparing different authors

• Analyzing literary works

• Summarizing multiple texts

Which sources can be used to gather general knowledge for the essay?

• Only academic journals

• Only textbooks

• A variety of sources including news and books

• Exclusively online articles

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does a defensible thesis in the AP Language essay require?

• A list of sources

• A summary of the prompt

• A specific stance on the given topic

• A general statement about the topic

What is meant by 'sophistication of thought' in the essay rubric?

• Avoiding any counterarguments

• Using complex vocabulary

• Writing long paragraphs

• Demonstrating a deep understanding of the topic

What does the AP exam prompt from 2018 focus on?

• The impact of technology

• The value of exploring the unknown

• The importance of education

• The value of honesty

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is a key element to demonstrate in the AP Language and Composition argument essay?

• Ability to use complex mathematical formulas

• Capacity to write without any grammatical errors

• Skill in using persuasive and effective rhetorical choices

• Talent in drawing and visual arts

What should the introductory paragraph primarily include?

• A detailed argument

• A brief overview and thesis statement

• A conclusion of the argument

• Several pieces of evidence

How should the concluding paragraph of the essay be structured?

• Ask questions about the topic

• Summarize the argument with a broad theme

• Repeat the thesis verbatim

• Introduce new evidence

Which example is used to illustrate an accidental scientific discovery?

• Darwin's theory of evolution

• Einstein's theory of relativity

• Fleming's discovery of penicillin

• Newton's laws

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What should the body paragraphs in the essay primarily consist of?

• Quotes from the prompt only

• Claims, evidence, and commentary

• Repetitive statements for emphasis

• Personal opinions without support