Synthesis
First things first: _________ is the prompt asking? And remember, AP stands for _________ ______ __________.
What
Answer the prompt
In your introduction, include relevant information related to the _____________ _______________, like the speaker, audience, and purpose.
rhetorical situation
You must assert a _________ position on a topic, even if your making a qualified argument.
clear
Three strong choice verbs, instead of says, states, or shows:
Highlights, identifies, emphasizes, underscores, acknowledges, demonstrates
The MCQs are divided into two categories:
1.
2.
1. Reading
2. Writing
Source B shows....
In source B.....
P1: What the speaker ____________ the audience to ____________. P2: What the speakers hopes audience _________________.
wants
think or feel DURING the speech
will be urged or driven to do AFTER the speech
Each body paragraph needs a _________________ that establishes the main idea.
topic sentence
Words and phrases that connect body paragraphs and sentences within body paragraphs.
Transitions
True/False: You can answer the FRQs in any order you would like.
True
What should you do if one of the provided sources is too confusing or does not line up with your position.
skip it
Name three common rhetorical choices or moves by a writer. (hint: not appeals)
Comparison/juxtaposition, anecdote, facts/stats, diction/word choice, repetition, tone.
Strive to include _________ examples as your evidence. it is often helpful to _______ two pieces of evidence in the same body paragraph to strengthen your argument.
specific
pair/synthesize/connect
The logical ordering of your argument refers to your ___________________.
line of reasoning
If you cite from two sources in your synthesis essay, what is the highest score you can receive?
1/1/0 OR 2(out of 6 pts)
In your essay, how should you structure at least one of your body paragraphs?
"Big Mac"
Claim, evidence (source 1) , analysis, evidence (source 2), analysis
A defensible thesis must include specific ____________ ___________ and the specific ___________.
rhetorical choices
message, argument, or purpose
True/False: It is always best to address the counterargument
False
True/False: It is best to avoid writing paragraphs about logos, ethos, and pathos.
True
Lookout for the distractors (half of it is obviously correct, but there is something in the answer choice that is wrong)
Try to put your sources into _____________ with you and each other.
conversation
When writing your rhetorical analysis, write following the __________ of the passage.
chronology or order
Using CHORES -- Brainstorm evidence from the following categories:
Current Events, History, Our Experience, Reading, Experience, Sports (CHORES)
Where in your paper you should zoom out and consider broader implications or relevant applications.
Conclusion or at the end of your final body paragraph
Most students don't get the full 4 points in Row B because they lack _______________.
Commentary