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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.






2. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






4. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






6. A mild or less negative usage for a harsh or blunt term.






7. A mild - indirect - or vague term substituting for a harsh - blunt - or offensive term






8. The manner in which something is expressed in words






9. The repetition of two or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing.






10. An idea that is implied or suggested






11. Explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition






12. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






14. A word to which a pronoun refers.






15. 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.






16. That portion of discourse that wanders or departs from the main subject or topic.






17. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






18. A humorous play on words






19. Having an instructive purpose; intending to convey information or teach a lesson - usually in a dry - pompous manner.






20. The repetition of one or more initial consonants in a group of words or lines in a poem






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






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






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






24. A comparison using like or as






25. Prove to be false or incorrect






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






27. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






31. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.






32. A term for the title character of a work of literature.






33. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as






34. An essay that tries to prove a point by supporting it with evidence






35. Representing an abstract quality or idea as a person or creature






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






43. (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.






44. An appeal based on logic or reason






45. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.






46. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






48. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






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






50. 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.