Time Management
How many minutes do you have for the FULL synthesis essay?
55 minutes
How many sources are given total?
6-7
How many quotes are recommended from EACH source?
1-2 quotes
What is the most important part of your essay?
The thesis
What is a passing score on any AP exam?
3 or higher
How long should you spend reading sources and planning your essay?
15-20 minutes
How many sources should you use?
How long do your quotes need to be?
Just long enough to have the information necessary to support your point
Do you have to agree with either "side" you're arguing for?
No! You can disagree with both, but you must choose ONE to argue
How long do you get on ALL essays?
2 hours and 15 minutes
How long should you spend WRITING the synthesis essay?
40-45 minutes
How many sources are "too many"?
More than 5.
How many quotes should you have per paragraph?
Should you summarize sources?
No, short direct quotes and short paraphrasing are best
What is one reason to take an AP course/exam?
- Builds time management skills
- College credits
- Great on college resumes
- Saves time and money