Calculating AP Lit Grades

I am trying to predict my AP Lit score based on my performance so far. Any advice on how to calculate the grade, considering poems, novels, essays, and multiple-choice components?

The scoring of AP exams is split into two parts: the multiple-choice section and the free-response section. You need to account for both of these parts when trying to predict your final AP score.

Firstly, the multiple-choice section. You'll want to figure out what percentage of the multiple-choice questions you typically get correct. As this section often consists of passages from novels and poems followed by related questions, you should consider your performance in these kinds of tasks.

Next, focus on the free-response section. This typically includes essays and other written responses. Look at your grades on past essays and writing assignments that mirror the AP Free Response Questions. Are you usually achieving high marks? Remember, these essays are usually given a score based on AP's 9-point grading rubric. Are you often in the 6-9 range?

Finally, take into consideration the weighting of each part. As it stands, the weighting of AP Lit is 45% for the multiple-choice questions and 55% for the free-response section. Use these segments to calculate your raw score based on your typical performance.

Once you've estimated your raw score, you can look at the AP scoring guidelines provided by CollegeBoard from previous years. They'll give you an idea of how your raw score is converted into a final AP score on the 5-point grading scale.

This kind of prediction isn't foolproof, but it can help create a ballpark figure of the score you could potentially receive. Just remember that real improvement comes from keeping on top of your studies, actively engaging with classwork, and readily preparing as much as possible. Good luck!