5 Steps to a 5 Writing the AP English Essay

Logical and easy-to-follow study guidance, now updated for all the latest exam changes.

This title presents a perfect plan for the perfect score. We want you to succeed on your AP
* exam. That's why we've created this 5-step plan to help you study more effectively, use your preparation time wisely, and get your best score. This easy-to-follow guide offers you a complete review of your AP course, strategies to give you the edge on test day, and plenty of practice with AP-style test questions. You'll sharpen your subject knowledge, strengthen your thinking skills, and build your test-taking confidence with: full-length practice exams modeled on the real test; all the terms and concepts you need to know to get your best score; and, your choice of three customized study schedules - so you can pick the one that meets your needs. The 5-Step Plan helps you get the most out of your study time: Step 1 - Set Up Your Study Program; Step 2 - Determine Your Readiness; Step 3 - Develop the Strategies; Step 4 - Review the Knowledge; and, Step 5 - Build Your Confidence.

Part I Introduction to the Training Program 1. Get with the Program Part II: Know the Basics 2. Basic Writing Exercises 3. Rhetorical Strategies 4. Writing Style Part III: Writing Exercise Program and Routine 5. The Essay Writing Prompt 6. Prewriting and Planning 7. Introducing Your Essay 8. Writing the Body of the Essay 9. Writing the conclusion and Revising Part IV: Evaluations and Adjustments 10. Practice with Sample AP English Language Essays 11. Practice with Sample AP English Literature Essays Part V: Training Supplements