Edge : AP English Language and Composition - The Informative Expository Essay Locate an article from a reputable source that addresses a current topic of debate, and use it to write an informative essay discussing the topic. Cite your source using MLA style for any internal citations and provide a Works Cited. As you write, remember that essays will be graded with a six-point rubric based on the AP* nine-point scale. High-scoring essays will demonstrate that the writer considered the prompt carefully and responded to it insightfully with strong supporting evidence. These essays will also exhibit stylistic sophistication, including purposeful organization, precise diction, and engaging syntax. Whether or not the essay is timed, conforming to the conventions of standard American English is expected. You may use any of the tools available to you, such the Checklist, Spellchecker, or Graphic Organizer.