Synthesis Essay

Which FRQ is the synthesis essay?

• 1

• 2

• 3

What is unique about the synthesis in comparison to the argument essay?

• It is the exact same, only you are informing instead of arguing.

• It’s similar. However, this FRQ provides sources to reference on the topic.

• It’s similar, only you are arguing about a topic of your choice.

• For the synthesis, you get to choose your argument.

What does the process of synthesizing entail? Choose the best answer.

• Look at all the sources.

• Use four sources

• Assemble parts to create a new whole.

You should include a thesis statement.

• True

• False

What is the primary purpose of a synthesis essay in AP Language?

• To summarize a single source

• To compare and contrast two sources

• To combine information from multiple sources to support a central argument

• To write a fictional story

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following strategies is most effective for ensuring that your synthesis essay is coherent and logically structured?

• Writing without an outline

• Creating an outline that organizes your main points and supporting evidence

• Using only direct quotes without analysis

• Writing each paragraph without connecting them

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the purpose of the synthesis essay?

• evaluate the writer's research gathering skills

• AP College Board likes synthesis essays

• judge the writer's ability to list ideas in a short period of time

• examine the writer's skill to use several sources on the same topic

Which of the following is a basic component of a synthesis essay?

• A personal narrative

• A thesis statement

• A list of sources

• A summary of one source

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What should be included an a synthesis essay?

• How the sources interact with each other

• The required amount of sources requested in the prompt

• a defensible thesis

• a counter-claim

True or False: For the synthesis essay, you must cite at least three sources.

• True

• False