Synthesis
What is the primary purpose of the synthesis essay?
To utilize multiple sources to craft and support an argument.
What is the main purpose of the argument essay?
Write an argument with strong evidence that persuades the reader to agree with your perspective.
What is the primary purpose of a rhetorical analysis essay?
To explain how an author's rhetorical choices impact their audience and message.
Thesis statement
Correctly punctuate the following sentence: The work done by the plumber; however, is unacceptable.
The work done by the plumber, however, is unacceptable.
What is the biggest difference between the synthesis and argument essays?
Synthesis gives materials to read; argument does not.
What's more important: number of examples or depth of reasoning?
Depth of reasoning
Define ethos, pathos, and logos
Ethos: Ethical appeal
Pathos: Emotional appeal
Logos: Logical appeal
What looks different in the ACT prompt compared to the AP argument prompt?
The ACT prompt gives three perspectives on the topic.
Fix the run-on: The coach had not offered his resignation, he was still in charge of the time.
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At a minimum, how many sources do you need to cite for your synthesis essay?
3
What is it called when you address how the opposition responds to your perspective?
Define exigence:
The motivation for a speech/writing; the "why now?"
What is the name of the ACT rubric category that evaluates the complexity of your ideas?
Correct the pronoun-antecedent error in the following: Each of the girls must do their best.
How should you cite the sources?
(Source A) or author's last name
What is the logical progression of ideas in a writing or speech known as?
Line of reasoning
What is a writer's choice of words, often analyzed for tone or effect?
Diction
What must be included on an ACT essay that is optional on your AP essays?
Addressing multiple perspectives; counterclaim and rebuttal
Why does passive voice work here: The boy was hit by a car.
Because the emphasis is on the boys being hit rather than the car doing the hitting.
What is it called when you use multiple sources without acknowledging opposing viewpoints?
Confirmation bias
What is the biggest difference between a 3 and a 4 on the evidence and commentary on the AP Lang Argument Rubric?
Commentary for a 3 may be incomplete, uneven, or limited; commentary for a 4 has a far more consistent line of reasoning.
What does SPACE CAT stand for?
Speaker, purpose, audience, context, exigence, choices, appeals, tone
What is the single most important thing about the ACT essay?
Addressing multiple perspectices
Make the following parallel: A locavore movement encourages people to support local farms, promoting healthier options for the community, and is better for the environment.
A locavore movement encourages people to support local farms, promote healthier options for the community, and better the environment.
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