Changes in AP Literature Exam 2020

Carly Stevens provides an update on changes to the AP Literature exam for the 2019-2020 school year. Key changes include a shift in focus towards contemporary literature and the role of the narrator or speaker in essays. The most significant change is the new essay scoring system, which moves from a one to nine scale to a one to six scale. The new criteria include points for thesis statements, evidence and commentary, and sophistication. Carly offers insights into these changes and wishes students and teachers the best for the upcoming exam.

What is the main purpose of Carly Stevens' video?

• To introduce a new book

• To provide a tutorial on thesis statements

• To update on changes to the AP Literature exam

• To discuss contemporary literature

What is the significant change in the 2020 AP Literature exam?

• Removal of essay section

• Emphasis on contemporary literature

• Focus on pre-20th century literature

• Inclusion of more poetry

How does Carly Stevens feel about the shift towards contemporary literature?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Disappointed

• Confused

What new focus will be included in the AP Literature exam questions?

• Grammar and syntax

• Role of the narrator or speaker

• Historical context of texts

• Author's biography

What was the previous scoring scale for AP Literature essays?

• 1 to 6

• 1 to 9

• 1 to 10

• 1 to 5

What is the new scoring scale for AP Literature essays?

• 1 to 5

• 1 to 6

• 1 to 9

• 1 to 10

Why was the scoring scale changed according to the College Board?

• To make it easier to pass

• To align with other exams

• To increase difficulty

• To reduce grading time

What is the first point in the new essay scoring criteria?

• Evidence and commentary

• Thesis statement

• Sophistication

• Grammar and style

How many points are allocated for evidence and commentary in the new scoring system?

• One point

• Three points

• Two points

• Four points

What is considered the 'x-factor' in the new scoring criteria?

• Grammar and style

• Thesis statement

• Evidence and commentary

• Sophistication