After reviewing and scoring other AP Language argument essays, identify two important takeaways that you can apply to your own writing. Explain what you learned about claims, evidence, commentary, the “so what?” explanation, or the AP rubric. Use specific observations from the essays you reviewed. Write one complete paragraph.

 Prompt Response: The first important takeaway was that the thesis point is extremely easy to get. Even if your essay is not well developed or clear, you can still receive the point by just stating your position. Another takeaway was that you can earn the sophistication point by exemplifying complex thought and possibly introducing and addressing a counterargument. I learned that the "so what" explanation shows why the example matters, what the example proves, and how it connects to the claim. The best essays didn't just list examples, they explained why those examples mattered. Now I know to always explain my evidence fully so my reader understands my point.  

Summary: Today in class we reviewed students past responses to prompts on the AP Lang exam and graded them. 

Reflection: Grading past students' responses showed me exactly what AP readers look for and how small mistakes can cost points on the rubric. Seeing real examples helped me realize that a clear thesis and thorough commentary make the biggest difference in a high-scoring essay, 

 

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