AP English Language Test Prep: Synthesis Essay
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AP English Language Test Prep: Synthesis Essay
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The AP English Language and Composition exam measures student understanding of nonfiction texts. Written by an experienced AP English teacher, these cards contain information that will help students prepare for the SYNTHESIS essay, one of three required e
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What is the purpose of the synthesis essay? Why did College Board add a new type of essay?
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Since most colleges include the composition of research papers in their freshman English courses, some colleges were reluctant to exempt AP students from freshman English unless they had proof that AP students could write good research papers. College Board then included the synthesis essay in order to assess whether or not students can use sources skillfully in their writing.