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As a student entering the world of AP, it is crucial that you comprehend the challenge ahead of you. Prior to enrolling in Mrs. Walton’s AP English course, I was unaware of the elements of literature and what it truly meant to analyze and comprehend a literary work. The AP Lit. course has allowed me to perceive everything around me with a new perspective; is it symbolic, is this a form of satire, what is the true meaning beyond the surface? As a new AP student, or perhaps a prospective AP English student, it is vital that you are willing to put in the time and effort to succeed in this class, as it is not enough to merely read through your assigned book and believe you have gained a comprehension of it, if necessary, research if you are having

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