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






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






4. The dictionary definition of a word.






5. The suggested or implied meaning of a word or phrase.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






14. 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






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






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






17. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






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






20. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






21. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.






22. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






24. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






26. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.






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






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






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






30. I - me - my - mine






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






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






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






34. (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.






35. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






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






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






39. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.






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






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






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






43. 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.






44. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






46. A person - scene - event or other element that fails to correspond with the appropriate time or era.






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






48. Inflated - pretentious language.






49. The works considered the most important in a national literature or period; works widely read and studied.






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