AP Spanish Quiz AP Tips

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read the introduction!

the intro provides information on what the passages are about and what you may need to look for

when writing, define the task

make a brief list of everything you need to address. underline key vocab, themes, or topic information in the prompt

email response

be formal and *use "usted" and "ustedes". To greet, use" estimado(s/a/as) señor(es/a/as)". Answer the questions! Ask at least one question that is relevant!

revise and edit

when you finish writing, check to make sure you have:

-*answered everything you needed to!*

-have subject/verb agreement

-have noun/adj agreement

-correct spelling, and use of verb tenses like preterite and imperfect, or indicative and subjunctive

how to format your argumentative essay

*intro paragraph*: state your opinion, which will become the thesis of your essay. *clearly state your views/beliefs*.

*body paragraph(s)*: vary the number of paragraphs based on how you can support your argument.

*conclusion*: briefly summarize your main ideas, but try using different wording.

tips while writing the essay

-quote only what is *necessary*

-cite your sources with: *según la fuente* número 1..2..3, or "auditiva/escrita, la gráfica".

-organization is important: have a clear topic and thesis, present supporting details, and have a definite conclusion.

-*use transitions*

-*use all three sources!!!

-avoid paraphrasing and repeating

-check to make sure your intro is clear and *establishes your thesis topic*

close your eyes while listening

your other senses will be stronger. Don't fall asleep!

simulated conversation

Read the prompt and jot down possible responses.

Say "perdón, no entendí bien" if you do not understand and KEEP TALKING! You need to talk for 20 seconds.

Information doesn't have to be factual, just credible.

cultural comparison.

make a T-chart to prepare your oral essay. ORGANIZE: intro (voy a comparar..) body - compare your culture to a Spanish-speaking culture. Conclusion. Don't forget to compare!!!

en mi opinión

in my opinion

al contrario

on the other hand

aunque

although

creo que…

I believe that…

Primero, también, además

first, also, in addition

por ejemplo, para ilustrar

for example, to illustrate.

sin embargo

nevertheless

Para terminar, en conclusión

in conclusion

¡Por supuesto!

Of course

Lo siento, pero no puedo

I am sorry but I can't

Estoy de acuerdo/ no estoy de acuerdo

I agree/ I disagree

¡Qué sorpresa!

What a surprise!

¿De verdad? ¿De veras?

really?

no estoy seguro/a

I'm not sure

¡Qué lástima! ¡Qué pena!

What a shame!

¿Qué piensas de…?

What do you think about…?

¡No lo puedo creer!

I can't believe it!

En otras palabras…

in other words

es probable que (use the subjunctive after)

It is possible that

Quizás, Tal vez

maybe, perhaps

Te molesta si…

Do you mind if…?

Para comenzar

to begin

Para continuar

to continue

En contraste, en cambio

on the contrary

ambos, los dos

both

semejantes, similares

similar

diferentes

different

me gustaría, me encantaría

I would like/ I would love

Gracias por la oportunidad de participar en…

Thank you for the opportunity to participate in…

Con respecto a…

with respect to

Me gustaría tener más información sobre…

I would like to have more information about…

Atentamente

sincerely

respetuosamente

respectfully