Rhetorical Situation
What is the primary focus of the course according to the syllabus?
To prepare students for college and career readiness while addressing the requirements for passing the Regents State Exam.
What is the essential question for Unit 2: The Power of Evidence?
How does the effective use of claims, evidence, and commentary influence the strength of an argument?
Which Skill Category focuses on the development and organization of arguments in reading?
Skill Category 5 (Reading).
What is the focus of Skill Category 7 (Reading) in AP Language?
Explaining how stylistic choices contribute to the purpose of an argument.
What is the range of scores on the AP English Language and Composition exam?
1 to 5
Which skill category focuses on explaining how writers’ choices reflect the components of the rhetorical situation?
Skill Category 1 (Reading).
Which Skill Category focuses on identifying and describing the claims and evidence of an argument?
Skill Category 3 (Reading).
What is the essential question for Unit 4: The Power of Nature?
How does our understanding of nature shape our beliefs and responsibilities towards the environment?
In Unit 6, what role does style play in education-themed texts like James Baldwin’s "A Talk to Teachers"?
Style enhances the rhetorical impact, making the argument about education more compelling.
When are AP exam scores typically released?
Around July 7th, two months after the exam.
How are late homework assignments handled according to the syllabus?
Late assignments must be accompanied by a doctor’s note, and homework should be done independently.
What types of writing tasks are included in the major assessments?
Timed in-class writing assignments, essays with drafts, peer-revision, and final drafts.
What types of writing tasks are included in the major assessments?
Timed in-class writing assignments, essays with drafts, peer-revision, and final drafts.
Which Skill Category involves selecting words and using composition elements to advance an argument?
Skill Category 8 (Writing).
What score is required for college credit at most U.S. colleges and universities?
A score of 3, 4, or 5.
What is the essential question for Unit 1: The Power of Perspective?
How do authors use rhetorical strategies to shape their arguments and influence their audience’s perspectives?
How frequently will students have unannounced multiple-choice reading quizzes?
Every two weeks
What is expected of students in terms of organization and commentary for written assignments?
How does the syllabus suggest students use stylistic choices in their writing assignments?
Students should select words and use elements of composition to advance their arguments.
What type of essays are emphasized in the AP Language course for exam preparation?
Argumentative essays, synthesis essays, and rhetorical analysis.
Which genre is used in Unit 7 to explore how rhetorical situations shape meaning in communication?
Short stories and personal narratives.
Which skill category helps students analyze and select evidence to develop and refine a claim in writing?
Skill Category 6 (Writing).
Which skill in Unit 8 addresses the organization of visual rhetoric in pop culture?
Use of visual symbolism to organize and present an argument on beauty standards.
What is one of the key objectives related to style in the course according to the syllabus?
To enhance the effectiveness of written communication through careful choice of diction, style, mechanics, and structure
What is the benefit of taking the AP English Language course, regardless of exam score?
It prepares students for the rigor of college-level coursework and shows colleges the ability to handle academic challenges.