AP English Literature/Composition
Course Number: 139A/139B
Open to grade 12
Recommended: English grades of at least a B average in previous classes
Two Quarters - 1 Credit
Credit Group: English
NCAA Approved Course
Advanced Placement
A significant focus of this course is preparing students for successful completion of the national course specific AP Examination given in May of each year. Students who pass the exam may earn college credit(s). A fee is charged for taking this exam.
Note: AP English Literature/Composition counts as both the writing and literature graduation requirement.
This is a college-level course where you will be surrounded by wonderful literature and students who enjoy that literature. In AP English Literature and Composition, students critically read and write about literature. Emphasis is placed on the study of fictional novels, plays, short stories, and poetry of differing time periods, genres, and literary styles. Students should expect this course to require more time and effort than previous English courses as it explores subjects in greater depth. However, it will also offer greater opportunity for individual progress and achievement. Satisfactory scores on the national exam may qualify students for advanced placement credit in college English. Texts include college-type texts which are for mature readers. Possible books taught may include The Nickel Boys, The Kite Runner, Frankenstein, and The Awakening. Summer reading and related assignments are required.