AP English Language and Composition

An English exam was among the first AP offerings in 1956. In 1980, a separate exam in AP English Language and Composition was introduced. 

Multiple-Choice Questions

For sample multiple-choice questions, refer to the Course Description.

AP English Language and Composition Course Description 

Free-Response Questions

Below are free-response questions from past AP English Language and Composition Exams. Included with the questions are scoring guidelines, sample student responses, and commentary on those responses, as well as exam statistics and the Chief Reader's Report for past administrations.