I can reflect on my results, look for patterns, and make goals to improve. Mock Exam Results

Agenda Overview of Class Data Most Commonly Missed Questions Multiple Choice Self Reflection and Goal Setting Review Essay scores Determining Overall Score for Mock Exam Overview of the Test and Strategies Multiple Choice Practice

Pass Back individual student data and copy of the Multiple Choice Exam

Standards Based Scale Number Correct Actual Percentage SBG Score 50-55/55 91%-100% 4 44-49/55 80%-89% 3.5 33-43/55 60%-78% 3 25-32/55 45%-58% 2.5 17-24/55 31%-44% 2 11-16/55 20%-29% 1.5 5-10/55 10%-18% 1 0-4/55 0%-7%

AP Mock Exam - Score Graph Average:64% Scans:55 Std. Dev.:15%

Using the Question Descriptors and Performance Data, determine which questions you struggled with and look for patterns of misunderstanding. Rhetorical Function – These are the rhetorical strategies the author has used to achieve his or her purpose. For example, Definition, Classification, Exemplification, Meaning – This question may deal with the purpose of all or only part of the passage. Pay particular attention to the question stem to determine which is needed. If you are looking at the purpose of the entire passage, the correct answer will be a broad concept; alternatively, if you are looking at the purpose of a paragraph, an example, even a sentence, the correct answer may just relate to a small claim and will likely be a more specific answer choice. Structure – The organization the author uses to enhance the argument and achieve purpose. The language exam has a number of questions related to the organization of the entire passage or of individual paragraphs. Pay particular attention to how the paragraphs relate to one another and to how the sentences progress one to another. Does one paragraph offer an answer to questions posed above? Is one sentence qualifying a statement made earlier? Are the sentences in opposition? Verbs used in these questions include but are not limited to the following: qualifiers, focuses, compares, signals, clarifies, differentiates, claims, expands, supports, conflicts, emphasizes, illustrates, decries, satirizes, cites counterexample, critiques… Other - For lack of a better term, these miscellaneous questions ask about key ideas, facts, and concepts in the passages. These are not to be confused with knowledge and comprehension questions, however. They require you to interpret the passage and understand the nuances of the subject matter, the author’s claims, and any related material. As with all the questions, make sure your answer choice is not in opposition to the author’s purpose.

Using the Question Descriptors and Performance Data, determine which questions you struggled with and look for patterns of misunderstanding. Tone – Questions about tone deal mainly with the author’s attitude about the subject matter. Remember that this cannot be in opposition to the author’s purpose for the passage. Also, keep in mind that synonymous or very similar words in varying degrees will appear as your choices. [i.e. resigned, detached, civil] Approach extreme word choices with caution and use the diction from the passage to help you make your final decision Diction - These questions almost always lead you to a line number to find the context. Make sure you understand fully the information before and after the actual word or phrase. Pay attention to the diction and also remember that the answer will not be in opposition to the author’s purpose for the passage. Research - Some of these questions will test your technical knowledge of documentation. A good review of the basic citations for books, journal articles, and online sources will help. You will find this documentation guide on the library link on the Westwood website. Other footnote questions are the same as questions about the passage – main idea, organization, author’s attitude, etc. You must also be aware of how the footnote relates to the passage or allows you to understand the passage more clearly. Figurative Language – These questions ask you about the type and meaning of figurative language. They may also ask about the effect/purpose of the author’s use of figurative language.

Most Commonly Missed Questions #8 15% answered correctly #26 38% answered correctly #39 38%answered correctly #45 38% answered correctly #53 33% answered correctly #54 36% answered correctly Additional low-scoring questions (percent correct between 40-60): 6, 7, 10, 27, 30, 37, 43, 44, 49, 52, 55

Determining your overall mock Exam Score Look over ALL of your essays for the year and determine your average score on each type! Synthesis Rhetorical Analysis Argument With passing essay scores (6 or above), you only need to answer 50% of the questions correctly to score a 3 on the exam! Use the Scoring Sheet along with your Multiple Choice Score and 3 Essay Scores to determine your Final Converted Score on the Mock Exam. Then, use the table to determine your Probable AP Score.

Self Reflection and Goal Setting: Multiple Choice Review your MOCK AP Exam scores Complete Self-Reflection and Goal Setting over the Multiple Choice. Rate yourself on a scale of 1 (low) to 5 (high) on your MC section. Make one goal for yourself – how much will you improve before the AP test? What will you do to get there?

Overview of AP Lang Test

Test Break Down Multiple Choice (60 minutes) 4-5 passages Pre-20th Century Passage and questions At LEAST 1 Passage 20th Century Passage and questions 3-4 Passages (10 minute break) Essay (2 Hours + 15 minutes for reading time) Synthesis Rhetorical Analysis Argumentative

Timing & Scoring Multiple Choice – 60 minutes, 52-55 Questions; 4-5 passages Approx. 15 min to read and answer 10-15 questions Essays: 2 Hours, 15 minutes 15 minutes to prewrite/read Approx. 40 minutes per essay Verbal cue to move to 2nd and 3rd essay DO NOT Keep Writing when time is called – they WILL void your test!! Scoring Multiple Choice=45% Essays=55% (18.3% of total score per essay)

The essays!

Synthesis Provided with 4-8 sources At least one image (photo, cartoon, graph) – you are not required to use this as evidence Requires evaluating, citing, and utilizing sources USUALLY argumentative (rarely analytical) 15 extra minutes for reading and prewriting Watch out for: Trick Sources (like satire, political cartoons, etc) TIPS: Make sure to use the BEST Sources with the BEST information to support a position MUST use at least 3 sources to earn a 4 or higher CITE your sources – by (Source F), (Koppel), OR In Off Camera, Koppel argues… Unlike AP USH…. Doesn’t Require recognizing bias Doesn’t Require 60% outside info Doesn’t Presume Prior Study of Topic – everything you need is in the sources

Rhetorical Analysis Given a passage and writing prompt Requires analysis of language used for a specific purpose (usually how it creates an argument) Must connect devices to their effects Must tie to purpose specified in prompt TIPS: Don’t just list devices used – must be PURPOSEFUL Device’s Effect can always be tied to ethos, pathos, logos Consider “Why is this device used?” Go to devices are: Style, Tone, Syntax, Diction DIDLS (Diction, Imagery, Details, Language, Syntax)

Respond to author’s claim(s) Argumentative Essays Respond to quote(s) Utilize rhetoric (strategic use of language to make an argument) Focus on vocabulary and syntactical variety Use SPECIFIC details/evidence See MULTIPLE views of a topic TIPS: Watch out for the Hypothetical examples Watch out for personal pronouns Defend, Challenge, Qualify Bring in outside examples Personal Historical Literary Respond to author’s claim(s) A few paragraphs Students must identify claim(s) Students discuss validity and prove with evidence

Multiple Choice

Multiple Choice Breakdown Types of Possible Passages Pre-20th Century Diverse Voices/Colloquialism Feminist Love of arts (like the Humanities passage on ACT) Science or History with citations 3-5 Citation questions Identify the correct citation. Italicized vs. “Quoted” information Identifying the Primary source vs. Secondary sources

Multiple Choice – An In-depth Look Why is this test SO HARD??!! Vocabulary Author’s Purpose (some texts start with concessions) “Boring” texts “Ancient” texts Nuanced answer choices (illustrates vs. defines – what’s the difference?) EXCEPT questions Roman Numeral questions (LUCKILY, there aren’t that many!) One writer commenting on another (literary analysis)

Multiple Choice – An In-depth Look Multiple Choice Strategies Do a SOAPS Analysis or Rhetorical Triangle as you read the passage. Look for justifications for your answer in the text (may not be phrased the same way). Focus on what you DO know! Remember, if you can score a 6 on the essays, you only have to get approx. 50% of the MC questions right. Don’t stress yourself out!! Pick the strategy that works for you: Read the whole passage, then answer Read paragraph by paragraph answer question by question Read stems, read passage, answer If you are running low on time – work the line # questions!!! ALWAYS fill in EVERY SINGLE bubble!!!

Practice Multiple Choice Read the passage and answer the questions. You will have 10 minutes!