AP Language and Composition

True or False: The AP Language and Composition Exam is comprised of two sections: Multiple Choice and Free Response Questions.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

The purpose of the rhetorical analysis essay is to___________.

• Identify AND evaluate the rhetorical techniques the writer uses.

• Find as many devices as possible. Bonus points for obscure Greek terms.

• Identify AND evaluate the author's purpose and audience

• Effectively explain the rhetorical appeals

The purpose of the argument essay is to__________.

• Develop a convincing argument with sound reasoning and support.

• Formulate one's argument based on past experiences, readings, or observations

• Provide a concession and rebuttal

• Never demonstrating critical thinking or nuance will be sufficient

What is rhetoric?

• a toddler throwing a tantrum

• a promposal

• a sales associate upselling products

• the art of persuasion

• all of the above

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

The AP Language and Composition Exam is comprised of two sections: Multiple Choice and Free Response (Essay) Questions.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

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

• Synthesis

• Argument

• Rhetorical Analysis

• Description

The AP Lang multiple choice section is worth __ of your total exam score.

• 35%

• 15%

• 45%

• 75%

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

How many essays are on the AP exam?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which of the following is NOT an AP style question?

• Rhetorical Organization

• Author's Purpose

• Footnotes

• Matching

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

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

• True

• False