Get Ready for the AP English Language Exam

We know that studying for AP exams can get overwhelming sometimes. That's why our awesome teachers and students have put together these cram charts to help you along on your studying journey! Be sure to also check out our teacher-led cram series!

Make sure you check with your teacher or AP coordinator which administration of the exam you will be taking! The first administration will be a paper exam at your school on May 12th. The second and third will be digital either at school or at home, on May 26th and June 7th.

Multiple Choice Section

• 45 questions in 1 hour

• 45% of your score

Free Response Section

• 2 hours and 15 minutes total

• 1 synthesis essay

• 1 rhetorical analysis essay

• 1 argument essay

• 55% of your score

Note that the exam format is the same whether you take it on paper or digitally.

AP English Lang Cheat Sheet PDF & Review Chart

This free, downloadable cram chart covers everything you need to know for the exam, including helpful strategies and tips! Happy studying!

Rhetorical Devices List

Make sure you can identify and analyze this list of 40 rhetorical devices for AP Lang. It contains the types of rhetorical devices as well as examples and definitions for each term.