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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.






2. Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions by setting up comparisons between dissimilar things - [examples are metaphor - simile - and personification.






3. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.






4. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.






5. (n.) An abbreviated synopsis of a longer work of scholarship or research. (adj.) Dealing with or tending to deal with a subject apart from a particular or specific instance.






6. The manner in which something is expressed in words






7. A poet; in olden times - a performer who told heroic stories to musical accompaniment.






8. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






9. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.






10. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression






11. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






12. A reference to a person - place - or event meant to create an effect or enhance the meaning of an idea.






13. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)






14. An appeal based on logic or reason






15. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.






16. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






17. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor






18. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.






19. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






20. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.






21. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.






22. A statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said






23. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.






24. A way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period






25. A short tale - often with nonhuman characters - from which a useful lesson or moral may be drawn.






26. An excessively favorable opinion of one's own ability - importance - wit - etc.






27. Deriving from the orderly qualities of ancient Greek and Roman culture; implies formality - objectivity - simplicity - and restraint.






28. An idea that is implied or suggested






29. A concise but ingenious - witty - and thoughtful statement.






30. A vagueness of meaning; a conscious lack of clarity meant to evoke multiple meanings or interpretations.






31. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.






32. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.






33. A method of reasoning in which a number of specific facts or examples are used to make a generalization.






34. A French term for the world of books - criticism - and literature in general.






35. An appeal based on the character/reputation/ credibility of the speaker.






36. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar






37. The choice of words in oral and written discourse.






38. A conclusion or proposition arrived at by considering facts - observations - or some other specific data.






39. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






40. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.






41. The works considered the most important in a national literature or period; works widely read and studied.






42. The background and events that lead to the presentation of the main idea or purpose of an essay or other work; setting forth the meaning or purpose of a piece of writing or discourse.






43. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.






44. An analysis or assessment of a thing or situation for the purpose of determining its nature - limitations - and conformity to a set of standards.






45. A leture or sermon on a religious or moral theme meant to guide human behavior.






46. The main idea of the story






47. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of






48. Characterized by clever or sly humor - often saucy - playful - and somewhat irreverent.






49. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective






50. A word to which a pronoun refers.