FRQ- Free Response Question Tips How to get the credit you deserve…

How is the exam scored? Each exam is scored on a 150 point scale 100 points come from the MC 50 points come from the free response items Each free response is worth 25 points. For example, if there was a 10 point rubric, each rubric point would be worth 2.5 points on the 150 point scale.

Free Response

Free Response To impress your reader… Get to the point (intros & conclusions count for nothing) Write in simple, declarative sentences Organize answer into paragraphs Do not respond in 1 giant block of writing Leave space between each concept Write legibly!

Free Response Your responses must use the language or terms of the prompt Structure your writing to “set the context” Respond in the same order of the prompt It helps to underline key points Drawing boxes around each new concept is helpful

Free Response General principles The “Oprah rule” (use the content of your course) Misinformation and “shotgunning” (do not contradict yourself) Spelling, grammar, and the “nuture rule” (make sure your meaning is clear)