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AP Multiple Choice Exam Review

The AP English Literature Exam has two primary ways of assessment:

1. Multiple-Choice Questions (MC)
2. Free Response Questions (FRQs)

Multiple-choice questions account for 45% of the exam score, while the FRQs account for 55%. In every Module there will be some Multiple-Choice questions to both reinforce the content of the lesson, as well as to prepare you for the AP Exam. Even if you do not plan on taking the AP English Literature Exam, the test taking suggestions, deep reading, and practice will help with other standardized assessments (especially the SAT and ACT) and help you learn how to read at a deep and careful level. 

AP Multiple Choice Video Lesson

Awareness of the Multiple-Choice section might be the single most effective way to improve your scores and test taking abilities. Short fiction passages account for almost 50% of the AP Exam, so practicing strategies for answering these questions is very important. The following video includes a break-down of the concepts on the AP Exam, critical reading strategies, and elimination strategies.

The above video is used courtesy of the Advanced Placement YouTube channel.

Reflection

Multiple-choice questions are an objective measure of critical reading. Most students can improve this ability with awareness of test taking strategies, and more importantly consistent active practice. We will have some MC questions at the end of each module so that you have an opportunity to practice. Also note that there are Progress Checks in your AP course room that your instructor may make available to you.

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