SF2 - Lesson: AP Multiple Choice Exam Practice

AP Multiple Choice Exam Practice

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 Lessons

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 breakdown of the concepts of the AP Exam, critical reading strategies, and elimination strategies.

Note: the video below is broken into two sections. Part 1 is background information and Part 2 contains practice.

Part 1

Part 2

The above videos are used courtesy of the Advanced Placement YouTube channel.

Reflection

Before attempting additional multiple-choice assessments, it is advisable to revisit previous units' questions for review. Seek assistance and explanations from your instructor regarding any questions where the correct answers were unclear. This approach helps reinforce your understanding of the material and addresses any lingering uncertainties. Your instructor can provide valuable insights to enhance your comprehension, ensuring a more informed and confident approach to future assessments.

By reading carefully, practicing test-taking strategies, and remembering the lessons about short fiction, you can improve your multiple-choice performance. This will not only help with the AP English Literature Exam, but also with your understanding of literature, ability to read closely, and standardized testing in general. 

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