Introducing Argumentation: More Than Just a Fight!
First up, let's get our heads straight on what an argument actually IS in the context of AP Lang. Be
Crafting an Argumentative Thesis Statement: Your Essay's GPS
Alright, so you know what a claim is. Now, how do you put that into the most crucial sentence of you
Developing Arguments & Establishing a Line of Reasoning: The Logical Flow
Okay, you've got your killer thesis. Now what? How do you actually build the argument? This is where
Selecting and Using Evidence: The Proof in the Pudding!
Alright, you've got your claim, you've got your logical flow. But without evidence, your argument is
Explaining and Connecting Evidence to Claims: The 'So What?' Moment
This, my friends, is often where students earn or lose points on the AP exam. You've got your eviden
Responding to an Opposing Argument: The Power Move!
Want to make your argument even stronger? Don't ignore the other side! By acknowledging and respondi
Using Sources to Establish Credibility: Joining the Conversation
In the 'larger conversation' of AP Lang, you're not arguing in a vacuum. Other voices, experts, and
Revising Arguments: From Good to GREAT!
Finally, let's talk about the secret sauce that takes a good argument and makes it great: revision!