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 you're making a qualified argument.
clear or defensible
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
The number of sources you need to cite in your synthesis essay.
Three
Rhetorical choices refer to what the author is ________.
doing.
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, allusion, repetition, tone shift, definition/description, etc.
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/use
The logical ordering of your argument refers to your __________ ____ _______________.
line of reasoning
If you have a vivid and persuasive style throughout your paper, you will likely get what?
The sophistication point
Where the period goes when using a parenthetical citation.
After the parentheses
A defensible thesis must include specific ____________ ___________ and the specific ___________, ___________, or __________________.
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
Don't spend too much time on any one MCQ because...
Every question is worth the same value and you want to have time to answer the questions about which you feel more confident and thus are more likely to answer correctly.
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
Brainstorm evidence from the following categories:
Current Events, History, Outside Knowledge, Reading, Entertainment, Science/Sports
Where in your paper you should zoom out and consider broader implications or relevant applications.
Conclusion
Most students don't get the full 4 points in Row B because they lack _______________.
Commentary