TUESDAY: Journal warm-up: deconstruct prompts, discuss College Board guidelines prohibiting posting any information about the exam, pass out index cards. Brief review/tips for each section of the exam. Evidence and example worksheets in groups, then as a whole class. Baseball-style AP trivia/knowledge West vs. East.
Due: N/A - get plenty of rest, review exam tips on website in short sessions. Keep up with current events.
Optional Albert i.o. practice is available, but don't overdo this if you decide to log on.
Homework: Get plenty of rest!
WEDNESDAY:
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Bring several pencils
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Bring several black or blue pens (black ink is
easier on the eyes than blue).
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No highlighters
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A watch (no beeps, alarms, or iWatches)
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Something to drink (water helps the brain think).
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A quiet snack (peppermints help stimulate the
brain) for the break between the multiple choice and essay (fruit, energy bar,
juice, water).
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Tissues
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Allow plenty of time to get school.
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Wear comfortable clothing and dress in layers to
adjust to the temperature.
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Rub your ears when you become brain dead. It
stimulates blood to your brain.
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Don’t freak out. Take a deep breath. Do a quick mediation/prayer if you find yourself having anxiety.
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Eat a breakfast that will sustain you (protein,
whole grains, fruit, NOT high sugar cereals, pop tarts, or soda).
7:30 a.m. in the classroom (optional) - Healthy snacks and coffee, wake-up/prep time with classmates.
(7:45 head over) 8:00 - 12:00 p.m. - AP English Language and Composition Exam
THURSDAY: Decompress, discuss, celebrate.
Due: n/a
Homework: Come to next week's class with a few names of colleges/universities you're interested in, OR one to three job titles that interest you.
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