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This AP Literature study guide covers symbols, conceits, and allusions. It defines each term, provides examples from famous poems like "The Tyger" and "To His Coy Mistress", and explains how to identify them. The guide also offers exam tips, including common question types, time management strategies, and common pitfalls to avoid. Finally, it includes practice multiple-choice and free-response questions with scoring guidelines.
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🎉 According to the text, what is a symbol?
A brief comparison between two unlike things
A reference to a well-known event or person
An object, image, or action that represents something beyond its literal meaning
A complex, extended metaphor throughout a poem