Timing
When should you be finished with Question 2?
At the 45-minute mark
What does "C" stand for?
Claim
What is the format to answer question 1?
Short answer/bullet points
When will I receive my scores?
In the fall of 2026
How should you end each paragraph in question 3?
With an intermediate judgment as to which document is stronger? ( or tied)
How many minutes should you spend annotating and planning?
15 Minutes
What should you try to group with each piece of evidence?
The claim that goes along with it.
How many paragraphs are written for question 2?
4
What should you do in the last 5 minutes after you finish writing?
Check everything!!
What is the very last thing you write on your exam?
Your final conclusion as to which document is stronger
How long is the exam?
90 Minutes
Besides claims and evidence name 2 other things you may annotate.
Accept 2 of the following:
source not cited /emotive language/
global examples /clear conclusion
assertion without backup
call to action / anecdotal evidence
neutrality/counterargument
What is the format for question 2?
Identify the type of evidence
Give an example from the document
Assess a strength or weakness
Explain WHY it is a strength or weakness
Evaluate the impact of the evidence on the argument/claim
What item of clothing should you bring to the exam?
A jacket because it is cold in the gym!
If you are running out of time, what should you make a point to write?
Your final conclusion as to which document is stronger and why
At what point should you be finished answering Question 1?
By the 20-minute mark
What does "E" represent?
Evidence
How many body paragraphs are needed for Question 3?
6
What does the "R" stand for in RAVEN?
Reputation
What should you keep track of on exam day?
The time
When should you be finished writing everything?
85 minutes
How do you plan for Question 3?
Authority
Evidence
More on Evidence
Counterclaims/Balance
Language/Bias
Conclusions
What is the format for Question 3?
Before you begin, write an intro. that states each author's overall argument
Paragraph 1- Authority of Authors
Paragraphs 2 and 3- Evaluation of Evidence
Paragraph 4- Alternate Perspective (counter)
Paragraph 5 Language/Bias
Paragraph 6- Evaluate each author's conclusion
Make a Final Judgement
What percentage of your total AICE score is from the written exam?
36%
What happens if I don't show up to the exam?
I will get charged $ and not be able to re-take it