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11 Things AP English Students Can Relate To

Whether it be ripping a Twilight novel or sock puppet theater, it is AP English

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11 Things AP English Students Can Relate To
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It seems that in high school there are "those" kids that seem to want to make life difficult for themselves. They want to take the hardest classes, the most challenging teachers, have hours of homework each night. This will obviously include a slew of AP classes. While some think that AP is a way to get ahead in high school, others see it as a way to bond, grow and find themselves in the process. Classes like AP English do not seem daunting when the coursework includes sock puppet presentations and teachers ripping Twilight novels. Here are 11 things that AP English students know all too well.

1. You do not mind reading assignments

Sure, for most English classes homework is a burden, but not for you. AP English students would not mind having something to read for homework... because they would do it anyway. Reading is a passion, never a chore.

2. Group discussions are your forte

When it comes to stating your opinion, your hand is already raised before the teacher could ask the question. It holds especially true for group discussions on books because the room is begging to hear your opinion on the novel. Speaking about themes, symbols among others flow easily from you because it gives you a moment to show your teacher what you know while also making an awesome point about the book you are discussing.

3. In the back of your mind, you are wondering if your writing is "good enough"

if you are in AP English, you either wanted to become a better writer, or thought that you already were. Either way, writing is an undying passion, an admirable skill and an area in which you will excel at through this class. That is why, when you are assigned an essay, the writing is not your biggest worry but your teacher's reaction is.

4. Your teacher becomes your informal editor

Whether it be college essays, a novel, short story or poem, your AP English teacher will not let you down. She/he will make certain that your writing reaches its potential and will not be scared to give you constructive criticism on your piece.

5. You learn to see right through media

Rhetoric skills is one thing that you learn in AP English that are extremely relevant to the real world; and one that comes in handy when you are watching commercials and see advertisements.

6. "Rhetoric" is your favorite word

Ah yes, the art of persuasion. A critical skill that any AP English student will learn and (hopefully) master by the end of the class.

7. You can persuade others very well

Since you know your way around rhetoric, it becomes effortless for you to persuade others to do your bidding. Whether that may be to convince them to stay out late at night or to order a not-so-healthy alternative at a restaurant, you have the power and skill to do so.

8. You spend your summer breaks with a nose in a book

It is no surprise that those that take AP English would also love everything related to the English language. This means that every summer break, rather than watching Grey's Anatomy, you would rather have your nose inside a lengthy novel while sipping some lemonade.

9. Most of the books on the summer reading assignment are also on your reading list ...

Have you ever wanted to read Hamlet but never got around to it? Or what about The Great Gatsby or Pride and Prejudice? All these classics could potentially be future English assignments, that you already have on your To Read list on Goodreads.

10. Writing essays gives you a chance to show off your great analytical skills

It is no surprise that when it comes to essay writing, it is a chance to show off what you can do with words. Every AP English student wants to impress their teacher and show that they have the analytical skills to be in the class as well as become a future writer, journalist or editor.

11. It is the only class that ridiculous behavior is acceptable

Jumping across the room, climbing a table, standing on chairs, Donald Trump impersonations and jabs at Hillary's style are among the crazy, outrageous and bizarre things done in AP English. AP English students learn through amusement and merriment while growing all the while.

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