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About the Course
Discover the origins of literature written in Spanish, from New World chronicles to the publication of the first modern novel, El ingenioso hidalgo, don Quijote de la Mancha, to the poetry and magic realism of Nobel laureates, Gabriel García Márquez and Pablo Neruda. In AP Spanish Literature and Culture, you’ll read poetry, prose, drama, and essays that capture voices from Latin America, the United States, and Spain while exploring their rich cultural heritage.
Skills You'll Learn
Interpreting, analyzing, and comparing literary works
Relating literary works to their cultural and historical contexts
Comparing literary works to works of art
Writing a literary analysis using correct literary terms
Discussing works of literature
Equivalency and Prerequisites
College Course Equivalent
A college introductory survey course of literature written in Spanish
Recommended Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites, but students are typically in their fourth year of high-school-level study. In the case of native or heritage speakers, there may be a different pathway of study leading to this course.
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