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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. An observer uses this






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






3. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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






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






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






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






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






10. (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.






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






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






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






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






15. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.






16. Graphic - exact - and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person - place - or thing.






17. To recreate or present with details






18. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






19. An appeal based on logic or reason






20. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






22. 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






23. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.






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






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






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






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






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






29. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.






30. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)






31. The main idea of the story






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






33. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.






34. Prove to be false or incorrect






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






36. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






39. A comparison using like or as






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






41. (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.






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






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






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






45. A humorous play on words






46. To prove a point or to persuade






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






48. 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.






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






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