Exam Format, Structure, Expectations, and Rubric
What are the 3 FRQs that we need to complete during the exam? (+100 Points if you can name them in exact order)
Synthesis, Rhetorical Analysis, and Argument
The repetition of words or phrases at the beginning of successive lines or sentences
Anaphora
What skill is this: Use transitional elements to guide the reader through the line of reasoning of an argument.
Give an example of how Trevor Noah uses this skill in Born a Crime.
Skill 6.B
Of the following what are opportunities for modifiers, FOR AN EXTRA +100 POINTs explain at least TWO:
Using precise language
Including reasoning
Combining sentences
All
All
What is the name of Trevor Noah's deaf dog? (RIP)
FUFI
STEAL 100 points from every team if you remember the name of the other dog (owned by his mom), which had a PINK nose.
How much is the MCQ worth?
How much are the FRQs worth?
45% Multiple Choice
55% Free Response
Bonus +300 Points: How many total questions are in the multiple choice and how long is it?
The difference between diction versus tone
Word choice versus attitude (Bonus: Steal 100 points from the team before you)
Define Skill 7.A and give a clear example of how either Trevor Noah, Clint Smith, or Karla Cornejo Villavicencia uses this skill in their novels.
Explain how word choice, comparisons, and syntax contribute to a specific tone or style of a text.
Define skill 6.B and list an example from Norton that uses this skill.
+100 if you can give a live example.
Use transitional elements to guide the reader through the line of reasoning of an argument.
What is the name of the author of The Undocumented Americans?
Karla Cornejo Villavicencio
Bonus+200 Points: From what country is Cornejo Villavicencio from?
Are you allowed to write your FRQs in pencil?
NO, YOU ARE NOT, YOU HAVE REPEATEDLY BEEN TOLD TO USE A BLUE OR BLACK PEN, SO PLEASE COME PREPARED TO THE EXAM.
Anyways, BONUS +200 POINTS: Will you receive a break after Section I (MCQ) AND if yes, HOW LONG?
What is antithesis?
Using contrast in language to bring out a contrast in ideas. (Bonus: Steal 200 points from any team if you can provide 2 examples)
Read the prompt and answer the question. Name the skill used.
The heroes of history are so decked out by the fine fancy of the professed historian; they talk in such measured prose, and act from such sublime or such diabolical motives, that few have sufficient taste, wickedness or heroism, to sympathize in their fate.
At the end of the third sentence, "their fate" refers to the fate of
a.readers
b.historical figures
c.fictional characters
d.literary critics
B. Historical Figures
Skill 5.B: Explain how the organization of a text creates unity and coherence and reflects a line of reasoning.
Skill 8.B: Select words and use elements of composition to advance an argument.
What would elements of composition include?
Orgnanization, sentence struction, diction, structure, thesis, development, punctuation.
In HTWDIP by Clint Smith, he travels a lot. How many chapters does he include in his book? (Not including the Prologue or Epilogue) (NO CHEATING)
7 CHAPTERS
Bonus +1000 points OR -300 points for each group (Your choice): Name all 7 chapters.
Is the line of reasoning needed to earn your thesis point? Why or why not?
It is NOT.
Under Additional Notes on the AP Rubric for any FRQ it states the following:
"The thesis may establish a line of reasoning that structures the essay, but it needn't do so to earn the thesis point."
In other words, a line of reasoning may help you structure your essay, but it isn't necessary to earn your thesis point.
Name 10 rhetorical devices/choices
Define skill 8.B and explain how Trevor Noah uses this skill through his comedy.
Select words and use elements of composition to advance an argument.
Based on the words below, what is the difference between denotative diction and connotative diction:
Denotative: House, Abode, Dwelling, Residence, Domicile
Connotative: Home, Crib, Pad, Hovel, Shack
Denotative diction is the dictionary definition of the word.
Connotative diction is the emotion and feelings that impact our understanding.
Skill 7.A
WHAT IS MS. MCSWAIN'S ROOM NUMBER? DO NOT GET UP AND CHECK. (You should know it by heart)
IT IS ROOM 105!!!!!
Bonus 1 +100 points: Where did Ms. McSwain go to college?
Bonus 2 steal 200 points from any team: When is Ms. McSwain's Birthday?
Is it possible to earn a 0 on an AP exam?
No. The lowest score is a 1! NO ONE IN THIS ROOM SHOULD RECIEVE LOWER THAN a 2 (Hopefully).
Even if you get 0 MCQs correct and receive 0s for all three FRQs, you will earn a 1.
-400 POINTS because the question was to EZ.
The following is a definition of which rhetorical device? "Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally."
Hyperbole (DUH) DOUBLE BONUS: -200 points because it was too EZ & -100 points to every other team ONLY IF you can name the definition of 'rhetoric' (-200 more points if you get it wrong)
Define skill 7.B and explain the difference between 7.B and 7.A.
You can use an example from Born A Crime.
Explain how writers create, combine, and place independent and dependent clauses to show relationships between and among ideas.
Use skill 7.B in a vocal example.
varies
500 Points?
NO, DISTRIBUTE 200 POINTS FOR EVERY OTHER TEAM
Bonus: Keep 200 (avoiding 1 team from receiving your points) by answering the following: What point do you earn if you write complex and complicated sentences that enhance your argument?