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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A humorous play on words






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






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






4. Anything that stands for or represents something else






5. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.






6. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






7. To prove a point or to persuade






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






9. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.






10. The resolution that occurs at the end of a narrative or drama - real or imagined.






11. Substituting the name of one object for another object closely associated with it






12. A word to which a pronoun refers.






13. Literally - 'talking around' a subject; i.e. - discourse that avoids direct reference to a subject.






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






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






16. A feeling of association or identification with an object or person.






17. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.






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






19. A person - scene - event or other element that fails to correspond with the appropriate time or era.






20. A character or force in a work of literature that - by opposing the protagonist - produces tension or conflict.






21. Graphic - exact - and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person - place - or thing.






22. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.






23. A highly specific - particular - often real - actual - or tangible detail; the opposite of abstract.






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






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






26. One who expects and observes nothing but the worst of human conduct.






27. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






29. Prove to be false or incorrect






30. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.






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






32. A term used to describe literary forms - such as novel - play - and essay.






33. 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






34. A question asked for an effect - not actually requiring an answer






35. (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.






36. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






37. Something - generally a clue - intended to distract or mislead from the original issue/question.






38. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning






39. An adjective or phrase that expresses a striking quality of a person or thing; Can also be used to apply to vulgar or profane exclamations.






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






41. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






43. Occurs when the outcome of a work is unexpected - or events turn out to be the opposite from what one had expected






44. The main idea of the story






45. A figure of speech in which a part is used for the whole or the whole for a part






46. 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.






47. The purpose of thisessay is to demonstrate how the writer can develop a position/idea and support it with interwoven sources. The writer is expected to write in an academic and mature style.






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






49. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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







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