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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. The dictionary definition of a word.
fallacy
theme
denotation
aphorism
2. 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.
allusion
exposition
consonance
cynic
3. A question asked for an effect - not actually requiring an answer
expository
dependent clauses
exposé
rhetorical question
4. A comparison that points out similarities between two dissimilar things; a passage that points out several similarities between two unlike things is called an extended analogy.
arch (adj.)
caricature
analogy
explication
5. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.
complex sentence
digression
cacophony
fallacy
6. To recreate or present with details
topic sentence
description
cynic
classical
7. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.
frame
bard
complex sentence
dénouement
8. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')
digression
internal POV
oxymoron
euphemism
9. (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.
bombast
deductive reasoning
active voice
euphemism
10. The choice of words in oral and written discourse.
belle-lettres
hyperbole
diction
Dionysian
11. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.
ad hominem
apostrophe
synecdoche
red herring
12. (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.
exposition
inference
abstract
carpe diem
13. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.
inference
caricature
fantasy
dependent clauses
14. Literally - 'talking around' a subject; i.e. - discourse that avoids direct reference to a subject.
circumlocution
exposé
clause
denotation
15. Form of literature in which irony - sarcasm - and ridicule are employed to attack human vice and folly
tone
satire
denotation
synthesis essay
16. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning
elegy
fallacy
inference
irony
17. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.
elliptical construction
apostrophe
circumlocation
caricature
18. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.
fallacy
pun
elliptical construction
dependent clauses
19. Grating - inharmonious sounds.
cacophony
internal POV
belle-lettres
fiction
20. The main idea of the story
analogy
empathy
theme
harangue
21. A narrative poem that tells of the adventures and exploits of a hero.
malapropism
epic
understatement
argumentation
22. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.
adage
simile
comparison and contrast
red herring
23. A term for the title character of a work of literature.
eponymous
consonance
logos
symbol
24. Inflated - pretentious language.
pun
bombast
empathy
dependent clauses
25. A mode of discourse in which two or more things are compared and contrasted. Comparison often refers to similarities - contrast to differences.
exposé
euphemism
comparison and contrast
refute
26. The repetition of two or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing.
empathy
consonance
red herring
euphemism
27. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
caricature
paradox
syntax
ethos
28. Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions by setting up comparisons between dissimilar things - [examples are metaphor - simile - and personification.
connotation
figurative language
alliteration
concrete detail
29. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective
point of view
expository
rhetorical strategies
understatement
30. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.
eponymous
fallacy
aphorism
comparison and contrast
31. 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.
dependent clauses
synthesis essay
connotation
antithesis
32. A metaphor developed at great length - occurring frequently in or throughout a work.
exegesis
rhetorical strategies
classical
extended metaphor
33. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
rhetoric
apostrophe
rhetorical analysis
epithet
34. Something - generally a clue - intended to distract or mislead from the original issue/question.
cynic
simile
red herring
genre
35. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.
circumlocution
dependent clauses
style
Dionysian
36. The interpretation or analysis of a text.
sarcasm
classical
explication
point of view
37. Occurs when the outcome of a work is unexpected - or events turn out to be the opposite from what one had expected
situational irony
active voice
pun
connotation
38. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.
logos
carpe diem
exposé
oxymoron
39. A comparison using like or as
simile
allusion
description
belle-lettres
40. A mild - indirect - or vague term substituting for a harsh - blunt - or offensive term
deus de machina
farce
expository
euphemism
41. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.
critique
bathos
allegory
deus de machina
42. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.
hyperbole
didactic
epigram
euphony
43. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)
red herring
anecdote
hyperbole
aphorism
44. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor
conceit
logos
hyperbole
expository
45. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.
burlesque
first person singular
imagery
euphemism
46. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.
climax
empathy
fantasy
fiction
47. One who expects and observes nothing but the worst of human conduct.
active voice
bard
imagery
cynic
48. A circumstance in which the audience or reader knows more about a situation than a character.
inference
synthesis essay
dramatic irony
connotation
49. The suggested or implied meaning of a word or phrase.
malapropism
connotation
point of view
simile
50. An idea that is implied or suggested
Apollonian
simile
connotation
understatement