Friday, April 27, 2012
OMG the Test is Near! What can I do?
So the time for the A.P. English Exam is approaching and we find ourselves scrambling to study. Many of us rely solely upon those A.P. study books but carelessly look through them realizing they are overwhelmed by words that never really state a point. Of course if you enjoy reading it on the side that is your deal but I know only a few days remain for that test and the least you want is an overwhelming feeling. Remember K.I.S.S.? Keep it simple stupid! Well don't overload yourself the night before the test or even a week prior to. Relax and handle it step by step. First review what you know. That includes the information from books read in class and on the side. Don't forget that %45 of the test also includes the multiple choice and if you know you are that person who can't make up their mind (which I can relate) then just remember to move on or choose the most logical answer. Remember K.I.S.S.! Work on quotes as well. Tey can be your last resort if you feel you are going to blow that essay. Also be conceded. What I mean is include yourself. Remember you don't want to bore the reader but interest and engage them into believing what you have to say. I will say this GET A GOOD REST! I don't know how to emphasize it more. It's also recommended you take snacks to keep you energized through those 3 hours. Since (assuming) you have all taken the SAT then you understand how tiresome one can be after the exam.
Relax. Try your best and don't cram information the night before. :D
GOOD LUCK TESTERS!
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How do recommend I include myself? Because I still have issues with that.
ReplyDeleteBring in something only you know. It demonstrates the reader your perspective. I mean in my senior paper I mentioned The Twilight Zone which is relevant but sounds a little out of place. Or you can find a way to share your opinion in a formal way. Remember Ross said it was fine.
ReplyDeleteHow is it you struggle? Is it remembering to include yourself or is it where or when exactly to include yourself?
I love the twilight zone! though some episodes are quite creepy :)
DeleteIt's more of where and when. How do I include me, without making it sound informal, because every paper, besides the ONE creative writing we did, we have to write in 3rd person.
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DeleteWhat about taking a look at your journal entries and practice tests?
I am no good at writing in 3rd person, or maybe it was first person. I'll occasionally get lucky but it's hard for me to distinguish which form I'm using because I haven't focused much on either style. I've been trying to read examples, but nothing seems to stick, or I'll forget about 3rd person when writing. Sometimes I just sound very informal.
ReplyDeleteFor insurance purposes, would you guys be interested in assigning one perdon each day to write a quote up on the board (if Mrs. Ross approves) and analyzing it? It would be great practice with reassurance if others agree.
ReplyDeleteOh! Yea, I am still struggling in including myself into my writing. My voice seems to lack the interest in itself and therefore reads plain. How have you guys managed around this?
ReplyDeleteI really like Jose's idea of analyzing quotes on the board like a sort of bellwork it would really help us when writing our AP exam essays. As for Chanel I asked Mrs. Ross about including yourself in a manner that is not first person but shows an emotional connection. She said another basic way was through diction using words like poignant, sinister, saddening etc. shows a emotional attachment throughout your essay.
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