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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A vagueness of meaning; a conscious lack of clarity meant to evoke multiple meanings or interpretations.






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






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






4. A matter discussed in the first person has this






5. A narrative poem that tells of the adventures and exploits of a hero.






6. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')






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






8. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






9. A metaphor developed at great length - occurring frequently in or throughout a work.






10. A mode of discourse in which two or more things are compared and contrasted. Comparison often refers to similarities - contrast to differences.






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






12. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






13. 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






14. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






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






17. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






18. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






21. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






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






24. A humorous play on words






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






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






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






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






29. A brief explanation - summary - or evaluation of a text or work of literature.






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






31. To recreate or present with details






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






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






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






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






36. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






37. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






39. A brief - cleverly worded statement that makes a wise observation about life.






40. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)






41. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






44. Inflated - pretentious language.






45. An idea that is implied or suggested






46. Form of literature in which irony - sarcasm - and ridicule are employed to attack human vice and folly






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






48. A factual piece of writing that reveals weaknesses - faults - frailties - or other shortcomings.






49. I - me - my - mine






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