5 Steps to a 5: AP English Literature - Estelle M. Rankin, Barbara L. Murphy 2019

Acknowledgments

Our love and appreciation to Allan and to Leah for their constant support and encourage- ment. Our very special thanks to our professional mentors who have guided us throughout our careers: Steven Piorkowski and Howard Damon. To the following for their support and suggestions: Diane Antonucci, Richard Andres, Mary Moran, Mike Thier, Mark Misthal, Dave Martin, and Edward Stern—thank you.

The authors wish to acknowledge the participation, insights, and feedback provided us by the following colleagues and students:

Islip High School:

Teacher: Marge Grossgold

Students: Caitlin Rizzo and Katelyn Zawyrucha

Jericho High School:

Teachers: Diane Antonucci, Michael Hartnett

Students: Tara Arschin, Samantha Brody, Jenna Butner, Julie Ivans, Grace Kwak, Ari Weiss, Erica Ross, David Swidler, and Sherli Yeroushalmi

Massapequa High School:

Teachers: Sue Bruno and Rosemary Verade

Student: Margaretta Dimos

Solomon Schechter School:

Teachers: Dennis Young and Miriam Fischer

Students: Yadin Duckstein, Ari Lucas, and Jonathan Kotter

Wantagh High School:

Teachers: Sherry Skolnick and Pat Castellano

Student: Lauren Manning

Also, our thanks to Danielle Tumminio and Andrew Brotman.