S/D/B Method
What does S/D/B stand for?
Says/Does/Because
How many literary elements are there?
25 literary elements
What are the passing scores for the AP LIT essay?
The passing essay scores for AP LIT essays are 4, 5, and 6.
What is the big theme of Midnight Summers Dream?
The primary theme is magic. The bulk of events and the clash of love between the characters are caused by the fairies' sorcery.
Definition of inference
Inference is an educated guess based on a fact.
What do you include in the “says” part of the method?
You rewrite in your own words, identify the literary element living in the moment.
What literary element makes you visualize sceneries due to the descriptive details?
Imagery
What are the 3 grading categories on the AP LIT exam?
Thesis, Evidence and commentary, and Sophistication.
Oberon gains control of the Indian Prince in what way?
Oberon instructs Puck to apply the flower juice to Titania's pupils, causing her to lose balance. Oberon would be able to quickly gain custody of the Indian prince as a result of this.
Definition of analysis
A detailed review of the elements or composition of something is referred to as analysis.
What do you include in the “does” part of the method?
You examine the action of the literary element (What does the literary element do?)
How does a paradox appear?
Paradox appears contradictory or opposed to common sense, but contains a degree of truth or validity
What are the 3 different essays you have to write for the AP English Literature and Composition Exam?
The three different essays you have to write for the AP English Literature and Composition Exam are prose, poetry analysis, fiction arguments, and literary argument.
Explain something in “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings” something ironic in something we have read? Explain what makes it ironic.
We see irony being used in "A very old man with enormous wings". The way the old man was treated was not predicted because he was an angel. Angels should be proudly loved and viewed. However, he was disrespected.
Definition of Magical Realism
A narrative containing magical or supernatural aspects.
What do you include in the “because” part of the method?
You explain the purpose of the literary element.
What literary element is comparing 2 things using the words “like” or “as”?
Simile
What is one way you can earn a point for Evidence and Commentary.
(many answers)
-Explain how the poem's various literary components or methods add to its meaning.
-consistently clarify how the proof supports a particular line of thought
-Provide relevant and specific to support all claims
How is complexity seen in “Midnight Summer Dream” with Puck?
Complexity is seen by puck's mishap actions that forced the characters to become rivals in the dispute of love. Since Puck takes the action to fix his failure by erasing lovers' memories, its complexity is being created. He is seen with laughter as a middle spirit, but he wants to correct his faults and begs his audience forgiveness that reflects wisdom and repentance.
Definition of Quatrain
4 line structure of a poem (poem related)
What does the S/D/B method help do?
This method will help us decode the purpose of literary elements.
What literary element is it when the author uses a purposeful use of words?
Diction
What is your thesis containing?
The chosen work is interpreted solidly, in response to the prompt thesis.
The name of Puck contributes to the meanings of?
The name of Puck contributes to the meanings of "mischievous" and "goblin".
Definition of impact
To have a powerful effect on someone or something.