AP Lang Summer Homework: How to Read Nonfiction Like a Professor (Flashcards)

16-question set of Question-and-Answer flashcards based on the How to Read Nonfiction like a Professor notes for AP Lang summer work.

What is Foster’s main point, or thesis, in 'What’s Going On Around Here?' (pages ix–xiv)?

To approach nonfiction with a critical and questioning mindset, recognizing that all writing, including nonfiction, is shaped by the author's perspective and biases.

What is Foster’s main point or thesis in “Introduction: Why Critical Reading Matters (pages 1-8)”

Foster's thesis in this section is to emphasize the importance of critical reading and how it enhances our understanding of nonfiction

In Chapter 1: The Structure of Nonfiction Information (pages 9-18), summarize the 4 P’s that Foster states.

Problem, Promise, Program, and Platform.

Based on the four P’s stated in chapter 1, what is Problem?

The aspect that looks at the conflicts or issues that the text addresses.

Based on the four P’s stated in chapter 1, what is Promise?

Something that’s implied, committed to provide solutions, insights, or understanding related to the problem. “I can fix that for you”

Based on the four P’s stated in chapter 1, what is Program?

The approach or structure used to fulfill the promise, or achieve the promise.

Based on the four P’s stated in chapter 1, what is Platform?

The This element that refers to the author's credibility, expertise, or authority on the subject matter.

In the section, Building Blocks of an Argument (pages 31-34) define claim.

A statement that asserts something to be true.

In the section, Building Blocks of an Argument (pages 31-34) define ground.

The evidence or reasons supporting the claim.

In the section, Building Blocks of an Argument (pages 31-34) define warrant.

The logical connection that explains why the ground supports the claim.

In the section, Interrogating the text (Pages 233-239), what are the main elements that the reader encourages to interrogate?

The writer, the sources, the data, the argument, and the bias.

In the section, Interrogating the text (Pages 233-239), why do we have to interrogate based on of all these elements??

These elements are essential for a thorough understanding of the text and its effectiveness.

In chapter 6: Source Code (Pages 63-78), name the four kinds of proof or evidence the narrator can use.

Having sourcing, travels, an eyewitness testimony, the writer as the witness, and data.

what does Foster define an essay?

Essays reveal innermost thoughts, long-held beliefs, habits of mind, loves and hates. They reveal who the writer is. And they bring us into contact with the minds of others.