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πŸ“Œ Exam Date: May 3, 2023

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Study Guides by Unit

Unit 1 Overview: Introduction to Short Fiction

3 min read

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ChristineLing

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1.1

Interpreting the role of character in fiction

6 min read

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ChristineLing

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1.2

Identifying and interpreting setting

5 min read

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ChristineLing

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1.3
1.4

Understanding and interpreting a narrator’s perspective

6 min read

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ChristineLing

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1.5

Reading texts literally and figuratively

4 min read

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ChristineLing

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Unit 2 Overview: Introduction to Poetry

2 min read

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Ariella Ramjohn

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2.1

Identifying characters in poetry

3 min read

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Ariella Ramjohn

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2.2

Understanding & interpreting meaning in poetic structure

3 min read

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Ariella Ramjohn

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2.3

Analyzing word choice to find meaning

3 min read

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Ariella Ramjohn

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2.4

Identifying techniques in poetry to analyze literary works

3 min read

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Ariella Ramjohn

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Unit 3 Overview: Introduction to Longer Fiction and Drama

4 min read

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Minna Chow

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3.1

Interpreting character description and perspective

5 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

3.2

Character evolution throughout a narrative

4 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

3.3

Conflict and plot development

4 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

3.4

Interpreting symbolism

3 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

3.5

Identifying evidence and supporting literary arguments

5 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

Unit 4 Overview: Character, Conflict, and Storytelling

2 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

4.2

Character interactions with setting and its significance

4 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

4.3

Archetypes in literature

6 min read

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ChristineLing

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4.4

Types of narration like stream of consciousness

4 min read

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ChristineLing

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4.5

Narrative distance, tone, and perspective

6 min read

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ChristineLing

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Unit 5 Overview: Structure and Figurative Language

2 min read

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ChristineLing

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5.1

Traits of closed and open structures in poetry

9 min read

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ChristineLing

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5.2

Use of techniques like imagery and hyperbole

7 min read

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ChristineLing

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5.4

Identifying and interpreting extended metaphors

3 min read

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ChristineLing

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Unit 6 Overview: Literary Techniques in Longer Works

4 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

6.1

Interpreting foil characters

3 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

6.2

Understanding and interpreting character complexity

5 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

6.4

The effect of narrative tone and bias on reading

3 min read

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Ariella Ramjohn

written by Ariella Ramjohn

6.5

Characters as symbols, metaphors, and archetypes

3 min read

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Ariella Ramjohn

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Unit 7 Overview: Societal and Historical Context

4 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

7.1

Sudden and more gradual change in characters

3 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

7.3

Relationships between characters and groups

4 min read

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Minna Chow

written by Minna Chow

7.4
7.5

The significance of the pacing of a narrative

5 min read

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Sylvia Rodriguez

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Unit 8 Overview: Advanced Techniques in Poetry

3 min read

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Sylvia Rodriguez

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8.1

Looking at Punctuation and Structural Patterns

6 min read

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Sylvia Rodriguez

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8.2

Interpreting juxtaposition, paradox, and irony

7 min read

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Sylvia Rodriguez

written by Sylvia Rodriguez

8.3

How ambiguity can allow for various interpretations

5 min read

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Sylvia Rodriguez

written by Sylvia Rodriguez

8.4

Identifying symbols, conceits, and allusions

6 min read

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Sylvia Rodriguez

written by Sylvia Rodriguez

8.5

Learning proper attribution and citation in literary analysis

4 min read

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Sylvia Rodriguez

written by Sylvia Rodriguez

Unit 9 Overview: Nuanced Analysis

2 min read

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ChristineLing

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9.2

Suspense, resolution, and plot development

6 min read

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ChristineLing

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9.3

Narrative inconsistencies and contrasting perspectives

5 min read

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ChristineLing

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Additional Resources

2024 AP English Literature Exam Guide

15 min read

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Emery

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