Scoring
Length
Structure
Tips
100

This many points can be awarded for the thesis statement

What is 1 point?

100

The introductory paragraph should be at least this many sentences long

What is 3 sentences?

100

The thesis statement must be placed here

Where is the end of the introductory paragraph?

100

This tactic should be used to help pace the writing portion.

What is looking at the clock?

200

This many points can be awarded for evidence and commentary

What is 4 points?

200

At least this many total paragraphs must be written in the essay

What is 5 paragraphs?

200

This is how your essay should be written.

What is with sophistication?

200

Do this to ensure the success of the AP test.

What is studying?

300

This many points can be awarded for sophistication

What is 1 point?

300

This many sentences must be used to explain/analyze each piece of evidence

What is 2 sentences?

300

This is where the main points of the essay should be tied together.

What is the conclusion paragraph?

300

Do this to have the correct amount of supplies in case of an emergency during the test.

What is bringing extra pens and pencils?

400

At least this many points are needed to pass the essay

What is 4 points?
400
This many minutes are given to write the argumentive essay.

What is 40 minutes?

400

This is needed in every Argumentative essay

What is a Counter-Argument?

400

This is how you ensure mental and physical well-being while doing the AP test.

What is getting good sleep and hydration?

500
This must be established and supported throughout the essay to earn maximum points

What is a line of reasoning?

500

At least this many sentences must be in each body paragraph

What is 8 sentences?

500
This should be included in the introductory paragraph

What is all of the information given in the prompt?

500

This is the most important thing to remember when taking the AP test.

What is writing your name on the paper?

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