AP Review

deliberately or affectedly playful and teasing

All of the following are similarities in DOAS and Fences EXCEPT

benevolent; very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself

showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously; satirical

The opposite of pessimistic is

Approximately how much time should you spend on each essay?

cautious; wary; unwilling to take risks

A CYNICAL person may believe that humankind is naturally inclined to be

(select all that apply) Which essay type(s) require quoted evidence?

not having any serious purpose or value

Who wrote Death of a Salesman?

dealing with things sensibly and realistically

unwilling and hesitant; disinclined

All of the following have symbolic meaning in the Kite Runner EXCEPT

expressing disapproval or disappointment

acting or done quickly and without thought or care; impulsive

sparing in the use of words; abrupt

anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen

sullen and ill-tempered

Who is the Earl of Gloucester's illegitimate son?

free from pretense or deceit; proceeding from genuine feelings

Who wrote Song of Solomon?

difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious

Who wrote The Handmaid's Tale?

providing useful or interesting information

Which of the following was your favorite unit?

expressing dry, mocking humor

showing caution about possible dangers or problems

What does Pilate actually keep in the sack she carries with her?

intended to placate; peacemaking

characterized by the tendency to expect bad outcomes

Who finds Milkman in the woods?

having a feeling of vague or regretful longing

Who wrote The Kite Runner?

How many multiple choice questions must you answer in 60 minutes?

having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense

accepting something unpleasant that one cannot do anything about

Who wrote Fences?

I can do this!

acting or done quickly and without thought or care; impulsive