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The AP European History Free Response Question

The AP European History Free Response Question. D. (Created by a former student of Mr. Muzi ). The Free Response Question. The FRQ is an essay that must be written in 35 minutes You must write two on the College Board Exam

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Thesis Statements!

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Compare or Contrast Essay

Compare or Contrast Essay. You compare or contrast every day. Should you eat pizza for lunch or a salad? You look at the benefits of pizza, the benefits of salad, and then make your decision. . Why compare/contrast?. To demonstrate: That one thing is better than another

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Warm-Up

Look at the images projected on the white board. Select two images On a sheet of paper, draw a T-Chart or Venn diagram, and list the similarities and differences of the two images you selected. Warm-Up. Compare-Contrast Assignment. What did you come up with?.

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THE TERM PAPER

THE TERM PAPER. GETTING STARTED. STEP #1 KNOW THE ASSIGNMENT. -Read the assigned material -Talk to the instructor. Things you must know: -Topic -Format (APA, MLA, CMS, etc.) -Length -Timetable (for outlines, drafts, etc.) -Due date -Grading criteria -Acceptable sources .

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THE TERM PAPER

THE TERM PAPER. GETTING STARTED. STEP #1 KNOW THE ASSIGNMENT. -Read the assigned material -Talk to the instructor. Things you must know: -Topic -Format (APA, MLA, CMS, etc.) -Length -Timetable (for outlines, drafts, etc.) -Due date -Grading criteria -Acceptable sources .

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The Senior Project

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One Pager Feedback

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2. Developing a Thesis Statement

2. Developing a Thesis Statement. The Blueprint for Your Essay. The Thesis Statement . Should be either the first or the last sentence of your introductory paragraph. It is best if it is the last sentence preceded by a brief overview of the time frame addressed in the question.

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AP World History

AP World History. Writing the Thesis Statement and DBQ Essay. What does a good thesis statement do?. Takes a stand Answers the question Previews the argument. Thesis. Write a thesis statement that outlines what you plan to address in your essay.

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English IV

English IV. Unit 3 Day 3- Malcolm X and thesis statements. Do-now : Have out vocab HW and questions on Malcolm X. When done with quiz, check vocab:. acuity- sharpness of thought, vision, or hearing. convivial- friendly, lively, enjoyable atmosphere or event.

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The AP US History Exam

The AP US History Exam. What should a student expect?. The Basics. May 8, 2009 80 multiple-choice questions 1 Document Based Question (DBQ) 2 Free Response Questions (FRQ) . Multiple Choice. 55 minutes Worth 50% of the exam grade Students who do well on this portion pass the exam.

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Thesis Statements

Thesis Statements. Definition of a Thesis Statement How to Construct a Strong Three-Pronged Thesis Statement. Four Characteristics of Strong Thesis Statements. 1. A strong thesis statement takes some sort of stand. A thesis must show your conclusions about a topic.

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What is wrong with the Five- Paragraph-Essay?

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Rhetorical Analysis

Rhetorical Analysis. Got an opinion? Good! How do you prove it? Using the textual evidence to prove a statement or belief about the work. Create a strong thesis first to guide your analysis. Thesis Statement. Declares what you believe & what you intend to prove Is SPECIFIC & FOCUSED

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Rhetorical Analysis

Rhetorical Analysis. Got an opinion? Good! How do you prove it? Using the textual evidence to prove a statement or belief about the work. Create a strong thesis first to guide your analysis. Thesis Statement. Declares what you believe & what you intend to prove Is SPECIFIC & FOCUSED

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The AP-Style Analysis

The AP-Style Analysis. Plan before you write!. Follow these simple tips:. Re-read the prompt for complete understanding If the prompt is a quotation from an unrelated work, DO NOT use the quotation or its author in your essay

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Writing Thesis Statements

Writing Thesis Statements. Making Sure That Your Night Essays Will Be The Best Papers That You Will Ever Write. What is the point of the thesis?. It is impossible to write a good essay without a strong thesis. The thesis is the central idea of your paper.

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AP Language and Composition

AP Language and Composition. AP Language Exam. Major Components Multiple Choice PRE 20 th CENTURY PROSE 20 TH CENTURY PROSE FREE RESPONSE Synthesis Analysis Argument. Multiple Choice. Reading Comprehension Pronoun/Antecedent Literary Devices Rhetorical Terms Grammar and Syntax.

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ISU: ESSAY OUTLINE

ISU: ESSAY OUTLINE. WHAT IS A THESIS STATEMENT?. The purpose of your thesis is to state the principal argument of your essay/paper It tells your audience your position on a given topic Generally, the thesis is the very last sentence in your introductory paragraph. WRITING A STRONG THESIS.

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