Original PromptPreserve the AP Seminar rigor and the original Q2/Q3 tasks. Do not simplify the analytical skill or change the expected response. Create a scaffolded access version for students who need language support. Add brief vocabulary support for key academic terms, clarify multi-step directions, and add visual organization where helpful. Do not provide answers to the assessment or reduce the cognitive demand.
This resource serves as a comprehensive guide for students to enhance their skills in analyzing an author's argument. It emphasizes the importance of identifying the central argument, explaining the line of reasoning, and evaluating the effectiveness of the provided evidence with precision. The document includes bilingual academic vocabulary to aid in understanding key terms such as 'argument', 'claim', 'line of reasoning', and 'evidence', alongside clarifications to distinguish between summarizing and analyzing an argument. It provides practical tasks for students to apply their understanding, focusing on connecting claims to the main argument and evaluating evidence effectively.