Intro to AP - Literature & Composition

Introduction to AP English Literature and Composition is designed for students who will take this AP course in the fall. In this in-depth but concise introduction, students will be reading a section from Leo Tolstoy's 1878 novel Anna Karenina -- widely regarded one of the world's greatest works of literature. Focusing on the skills recommended by the College Board, students will probe deeply into the text, analyzing character, setting, structure, imagery, and symbolism. Additionally, each class will feature a review of literary elements, poetic terminology, and other information needed for success in AP Literature. Weekly practice tests on analysis of poetry will further help students sharpen their abilities, with the final week devoted to development and composition of the types of literary argument essays required for the AP Lit Exam.