AP Lang Exam Preparation Flashcards

Flashcards to help students prepare for the AP Language and Composition exam, focusing on essay types and rhetorical analysis.

What is the main requirement of the synthesis essay?

Integrating multiple sources to support a coherent argument.

What are the key components of a strong introduction in a synthesis essay?

Topic, context, and a nuanced thesis.

What are the different ways to incorporate sources in a synthesis essay?

Direct quotes, paraphrasing, or summarizing.

How many sources should you incorporate in your synthesis essay?

At least three.

Which frameworks are useful for rhetorical analysis?

SOAPSTone and SPACE CAT.

What does SOAPSTone stand for?

Speaker, Purpose, Audience, Context, Exigence.

What does SPACE CAT stand for?

Speaker, Purpose, Audience, Context, Exigence, Choices, Appeals, Tone.

What should a rhetorical analysis thesis statement indicate?

How the author uses rhetorical strategies to achieve their purpose.

What kind of thesis should you craft for an argument essay?

A precise and definitive thesis.

What does the CHORES acronym stand for?

Current events, History, Outside knowledge, Reading, Experiences, and Science.

What is the CHORES acronym used for?

Current events, history, outside knowledge, reading experiences, and sciences

What is the basic structure of a body paragraph?

Topic sentence, supporting evidence, and commentary.