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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






3. (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.






4. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






5. A comedy that contains an extravagant and nonsensical disregard of seriousness - although it may have a serious - scornful purpose.






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






7. The manner in which something is expressed in words






8. To prove a point or to persuade






9. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.






10. An appeal based on logic or reason






11. A method of reasoning by which specific definitions - conclusions - and theorems are drawn from general principles.






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






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






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






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






16. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






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






19. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






20. Characterized by clever or sly humor - often saucy - playful - and somewhat irreverent.






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






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






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






24. A circumstance in which the audience or reader knows more about a situation than a character.






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






26. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






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






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






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






31. The quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author






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






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






34. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






35. The main idea of the story






36. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






37. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






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






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






41. 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.






42. The ability to form mental images of things or events






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






44. I - me - my - mine






45. An observer uses this






46. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






48. A humorous play on words






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






50. 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.







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