Interpreting involves analyzing and making sense of something based on available information. In AP English Literature exams, it refers specifically to understanding symbols within a context to uncover their intended meanings.
Related terms
Close Reading: a detailed analysis of a text to uncover deeper meanings and explore various literary elements.
Contextual Analysis: considering the circumstances, events, and cultural background surrounding a literary work to understand its intended messages.
Critical Thinking: the process of logically evaluating and analyzing information to form well-reasoned judgments or interpretations.