How to Succeed in AP Language and Composition - Comments

  • fodico3834

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    3. Read the Texts – Most AP Language and Composition courses require you to read a number of texts, including classic and contemporary literature, as well as nonfiction texts. Make sure you take the time to read these texts and understand the material. This will help you develop a better understanding of the course topics and provide you with valuable knowledge that will help you succeed.

    4. Develop Your Writing Skills – Writing is a fundamental part of the AP Language and Composition course and you’ll need to be able to craft compelling essays and other pieces of writing. Practice is key here; the more you practice, the better you’ll become. For help with your writing skills, try using chatgpt4, a free online AI-driven writing assistant.

    5. Ask Questions – Asking questions is a great way to get clarification on topics you’re struggling with. Don’t be afraid to ask your teacher or peers for help if you need it.

    6. Take Practice Tests – Taking practice tests can help you get a better idea of what to expect on the real test. Use any practice tests you can find online, as well as any practice tests provided by your teacher.

    7. Take Breaks – Studying for an AP course can be stressful, so make sure you take some breaks throughout the day. Taking breaks can help you stay focused and productive.

    These tips will help you succeed in your AP Language and Composition course. Remember to stay organized, stay focused, and use chatGPT4 for help with your writing. With a little bit of effort, you can become a successful AP Language and Composition student.
    April 2nd, 2023 at 12:51am
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    Are you looking for tips on how to excel in AP Language and Composition? It can be a daunting task, but with the right approach and attitude, you can be successful in this dyson v10 parts course. In this blog, we'll look at the strategies and techniques you'll need to master in order to succeed in AP Language and Composition.
    February 14th, 2023 at 02:35pm
  • Into_The_Night

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    I'm taking AP Language and Composition in the fall. This was really helpful, though I am not worried about the class. I took English Honors this past year with 100 all four quarters, and even though AP is a step up from Honors, I'll just put more time into preparing for the class.
    July 8th, 2014 at 05:18am
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    The photograph going along with the article is spot on. I never took AP Language and Composition, but I took regular Language Arts and that alone, is scary. As much as I enjoy writing and believe I'm a decent one at that -- and as much as I'd love to go into journalism/ creative writing in college... Language and Composition still frighten me.
    June 22nd, 2014 at 11:50pm
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    I have Pre-AP English next school year. This article was tons of help. Including your comment @ oliver scott sykes;
    June 10th, 2014 at 01:59am
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    I took AP Lang with no Pre-AP background of any kind and passed the exam with a 3. Some kids in my class who had taken Pre-AP freshman and sophomore year failed the exam. Practice is what I give credit to my passing. You HAVE to write essays almost daily. If you're not doing it in your class, which you should be, do it on your own time. This is YOUR exam and if you really want to pass, you'll put the time into it. The essay section makes up 55% of the exam score I'm pretty sure, so they are the most important.

    For the three different types, use the best strategy for each. None of them can be scored a 9 the same way.

    SYNTHESIS: use as many sources as you possibly can, correctly. The more sources you use in a coherent fashion, the higher chance you have of scoring a 9. I always thought of this essay as a mini research paper because of the sourcing. If you've taken APUSH or APWH the DBQ question is extremely similar to the Synthesis essay.

    RHETORICAL ANALYSIS: ANNOTATE that bad boy to hell and back. For me this was always the most difficult one. I think on the mock exam I got a 4 on this essay to be honest. Annotation is extremely important though. Also considering the audience, the context, etc. ethos, pathos, logos, is key. My teacher always taught us with the "rhetorical triangle" - I'm sure you can google it if you've not used it or heard of it.

    ARGUMENT: my personal favorite. I got straight 9's on these essays. The biggest thing with these essays is to qualify. My teacher always referred to it as "throwing the other side a bone." You cannot be too far on one side, but you can't be in the middle either. Use outside information from pop culture, current events, science, history, etc. conceed. you aren't going to have the perfect argument and conceding where necessary will get you ahead. The biggest thing is in your thesis, have your stance and your qualifier. For example "it's morally wrong to steal, but in life / death situations in can be acceptable." Stand firm with your stance, but don't be in your face with it. This will turn the audience off. Use at least three points. I argued about Kanye West and the Kardashian's on my AP exam and passed if that tells you how slick I am at argument because of the above tips.

    The test is only as hard as you are unprepared.

    Sorry for the butt load of stuff, I'm just hella passionate about AP English. lmfao
    June 3rd, 2014 at 04:08pm