Prepping
The first step in the argument prompt
Read the Prompt
It is best to start your argument thesis with...
a counterargument
How many paragraphs should the argument be on the AP test?
4
What is an example of society evidence?
News
How many sentences of commentary should each piece of evidence include?
At least 3
After reading the prompt, you need to determine the different _____________________
Perspectives
After a counterargument, you will then provide what part of the thesis?
Your side
How much time should you spend on the argument essay?
45 minutes
What is an example of self evidence?
A personal Story
The phrase "This shows the (Claim) because..." goes where in the commentary?
The first sentence
What word(s) will the command always start with?
argue your position on....
A counterargument may sound like what...
What does LOR stand for and do you need it on the argument essay?
Line of Reasoning and Yes, they all need the LOR
What is an example of school evidence?
History class (Civil war)
In sentence 2 of the commentary you start with the word since and follow it with what?
An Assumption
What is the best phrase to use when turning the prompt into a question?
To what extent...
How many reasons should you list in your thesis?
At least 2
What are the other two essays you have to write on the AP test?
Rhetorical Analysis and Synthesis
Where does the evidence come from for this prompt?
Your brain
The final sentence stem for commentary says, "Thus, _________________ due to the fact that ___________. Fill in the blanks
Logical thought or conclusion/Claim
How much time should you spend reading and breaking down the prompt?
5 minutes
Provide an example of a full thesis
Some people may think that Scar is the best villain; however, Gaston is the best villain in the world. He is a master manipulator, a male-chauvinist, and the most vain person alive.
What FRQ number is the argument essay?
3
What does S3 stand for?
School
Society
Self
The third plant from the sun
Earth