Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The AP Lang exam is a standardized test administered by the College Board that assesses students' skills in analyzing and writing about rhetoric. It consists of multiple-choice questions, essays, and a synthesis essay.
The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing.
Synthesis essay: An essay that requires students to combine information from multiple sources to develop an argument.
Multiple-choice questions: Questions with several answer options, where students must select the correct one based on their understanding of the text or prompt.