Uses real-life situations, exam approximated experiences, simulated practices, humor, and examples to define what comprises a first-rate AP essay. This book presents the modes of discourse, explaining how each is used on the AP essay portion of the exam, and examines the rhetorical strategies and techniques with samples and practice activities.

This blueprint to acing the essay uses real-life situations, exam approximated experiences, simulated practices, humor, and examples from various subject areas to define exactly what comprises a first-rate AP essay. It also presents the four modes of discourse, explaining how each is used on the AP essay portion of the exam, and examines the basic rhetorical strategies and techniques with samples and practice activities.