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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph
topic sentence
figurative language
complex sentence
canon
2. Are used as nouns or modifiers - are incomplete sentences and cannot stand alone grammatically; they are sometimes called subordinate clauses; those that function as adjectives - nouns - or adverbs are known - respectively - as adjective - noun - and
ethos
ambiguity
dependent clauses
cynic
3. To prove a point or to persuade
point of view
argumentation
exegesis
adage
4. The resolution that occurs at the end of a narrative or drama - real or imagined.
homily
classic
dénouement
bibliography
5. An appeal based on the character/reputation/ credibility of the speaker.
imagery
ethos
rhetorical strategies
archetype
6. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.
epithet
explication
pathos
classic
7. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)
canon
qualify
anecdote
circumlocution
8. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.
Dionysian
eponymous
didactic
circumlocation
9. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.
cynic
symbol
harangue
aphorism
10. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.
metaphor
caricature
topic sentence
satire
11. One who expects and observes nothing but the worst of human conduct.
topic sentence
cynic
inductive reasoning
theme
12. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.
rhetorical analysis
connotation
ad hominem
antithesis
13. A mild or less negative usage for a harsh or blunt term.
argumentation
figurative language
euphemism
bathos
14. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective
Dionysian
classical
rhetorical strategies
denotation
15. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.
bathos
exposé
exegesis
ad hominem
16. An essay that tries to prove a point by supporting it with evidence
bombast
farce
denotation
argumentative essay
17. Prove to be false or incorrect
refute
frame
inference
classical
18. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.
clause
personification
antithesis
inference
19. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
rhetoric
red herring
ambiguity
anachronism
20. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.
farce
Apollonian
argumentative essay
critique
21. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing
bombast
Dionysian
deductive reasoning
epic
22. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.
theme
allegory
bombast
arch (adj.)
23. The repetition of two or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing.
circumlocation
consonance
clause
personification
24. An observer uses this
external POV
dramatic irony
conceit
aphorism
25. A comparison using like or as
alliteration
tone
caricature
simile
26. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.
external POV
topic sentence
syntax
ellipsis
27. A French term for the world of books - criticism - and literature in general.
canon
annotation
belle-lettres
satire
28. Explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition
inference
comparison and contrast
expository
syntax
29. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.
euphony
apostrophe
compound sentence
metaphor
30. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.
tone
elliptical construction
style
syntax
31. A humorous play on words
bibliography
fantasy
pun
frame
32. (refers to the use of verbs) A verb is in this when it expresses an action performed by its subject. Stylistically - this leads to more economical and vigorous writing.
theme
active voice
connotation
aphorism
33. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.
elegy
frame
fiction
canon
34. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.
elegy
pun
clause
aphorism
35. Inflated - pretentious language.
bombast
aphorism
circumlocution
dramatic irony
36. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
qualify
allusion
synecdoche
cynic
37. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as
internal POV
simile
metaphor
understatement
38. An appeal based on logic or reason
personification
logos
euphemism
caricature
39. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.
genre
denotation
argumentative essay
climax
40. An analysis or assessment of a thing or situation for the purpose of determining its nature - limitations - and conformity to a set of standards.
critique
circumlocation
malapropism
annotation
41. The quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author
eponymous
argumentative essay
tone
fallacy
42. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.
bibliography
clause
burlesque
fable
43. A style that has the power to evoke feelings
pathos
Dionysian
adage
abstract
44. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
malapropism
connotation
description
denotation
45. A brief - cleverly worded statement that makes a wise observation about life.
carpe diem
synecdoche
aphorism
simile
46. (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.
adage
qualify
aphorism
abstract
47. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.
exposé
bibliography
explication
denotation
48. An idea that is implied or suggested
didactic
paradox
connotation
rhetoric
49. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.
assonance
burlesque
elliptical construction
didactic
50. A factual piece of writing that reveals weaknesses - faults - frailties - or other shortcomings.
sarcasm
style
exposé
epigram