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Peer reviewedAttig, John C. – Social Studies Review, 1987
Describes how advanced placement students at Gunn High School (Palo Alto) achieve a higher than average pass rate on the advanced placement final exam required in California. Attributes their success to the focus on expository writing and provides examples of both good and bad essays. (JDH)
Descriptors: Advanced Placement Programs, College Bound Students, Essay Tests, Expository Writing
