AP Composition

Which of the following is NOT an AP style question?

• Rhetorical Organization

• Author's Purpose

• Footnotes

• Matching

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

• True

• False

Which of the following does not apply to synthesis?

• Deconstruct the prompt

• Write a Thesis that responds to the prompt

• Read and annotate the sources

• Plan the essay with claims, evidence, commentary, and concession

• Write an exposition for each source

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

Which of the following appeals to logic?

• Ethos

• Logos

• Pathos

Which of the following appeals to credibility?

• Ethos

• Logos

• Pathos

Which of the following is NOT a component of the AP Composition exam?

• Rhetorical Analysis

• Synthesis Essay

• Literary Criticism

• Argument Essay

True or False: The AP Composition exam includes a section on multiple-choice questions.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a key skill assessed in the AP Composition exam?

• Mathematical reasoning

• Scientific analysis

• Rhetorical analysis

• Historical interpretation