<p>My questions:</p>
<p>For the synthesis essay it says that 3 sources are recommended to be used in the essay. Does this mean that its better to use more than 3? The more sources the more points we get?</p>
<p>And also: is the 5 paragraph essay discouraged?</p>
<p>For the synthesis: 3 is a good number. It isn’t “better” to use more (as in, you won’t automatically get a higher grade for getting more). If the directions say something, follow it. In this case, 3 is expected. You can use more, sure, but make sure your writing doesn’t become clogged or confusing because of it.</p>
<p>For five-paragraph: lots of books about the test discourage them, but I disagree. If you can write effectively in that manner, keep with it. However, don’t revert back to the elementary school method of two sentences to a paragraph and having thirty paragraphs. Keep organized, group ideas, and find out how many paragraphs it ends up being.</p>
<p>No!!!
You do not get anything extra for using more than 3 sources.
And 3 are REQUIRED! They are not better.
If you use less that 3, your highest score is a 2.</p>
<p>3 Sources are:
A - B - C
NOT:
A - A - D</p>
<p>You must use 3 different sources.
However, if you can manage to use the same source more than once, they’ll notice, but probably won’t raise your grade:
A - B - C - A</p>
<p>Good Luck. They basically judge you on how well you present your argument. Always try to argue for your audience. In other words, don’t argue for something they’ll disapprove of. Most of the teachers there are LIBERAL. Try to stay on their good side.
For example, don’t say something like “Gays are stupid and should never be able to marry.”
They’ll think you’re extremely immature, and score you lowly! They’re trying to see if you can skip a college level course. Naivity will not roll well with them.</p>
<p>Also, most arguments have to sides. Be sure to keep an open mind! To stay safe, qualifying will usually keep you in the clear. However, this does not mean you should always go with what your audience wants. If you can successfully bring your voice out and present your case, you may be fine.</p>