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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. A character or force in a work of literature that - by opposing the protagonist - produces tension or conflict.
climax
rhetorical question
aphorism
antagonist
2. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences
deductive reasoning
syntax
bombast
compound sentence
3. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.
classic
cacophony
didactic
style
4. 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.
frame
personification
epithet
farce
5. The main idea of the story
figurative language
theme
fable
didactic
6. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule
antithesis
rhetoric
sarcasm
annotation
7. 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.
elliptical construction
rhetorical strategies
synthesis essay
explication
8. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.
metonymy
burlesque
allegory
hyperbole
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.
bibliography
active voice
expository
archetype
10. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor
hyperbole
deductive reasoning
dependent clauses
red herring
11. The choice of words in oral and written discourse.
euphemism
bard
diction
ethos
12. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.
connotation
situational irony
argumentation
ad hominem
13. A leture or sermon on a religious or moral theme meant to guide human behavior.
inference
cacophony
homily
anecdote
14. (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.
apostrophe
euphony
abstract
active voice
15. A circumstance in which the audience or reader knows more about a situation than a character.
qualify
clause
consonance
dramatic irony
16. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.
elegy
alliteration
euphemism
inference
17. An excessively favorable opinion of one's own ability - importance - wit - etc.
exegesis
burlesque
conceit
harangue
18. Form of literature in which irony - sarcasm - and ridicule are employed to attack human vice and folly
satire
bombast
digression
eponymous
19. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses
complex sentence
circumlocution
antithesis
pathos
20. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression
fable
fiction
ad hominem
denotation
21. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.
explication
exegesis
empathy
pathos
22. A comedy that contains an extravagant and nonsensical disregard of seriousness - although it may have a serious - scornful purpose.
metaphor
farce
description
complex sentence
23. Used by researchers to examine texts or public speeches as they occur in society with the aim of interpreting textual meaning
rhetorical analysis
denotation
connotation
arch (adj.)
24. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')
clause
cynic
epic
oxymoron
25. An observer uses this
oxymoron
elegy
dramatic irony
external POV
26. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
descriptive detail
elliptical construction
paradox
explication
27. The dictionary definition of a word.
denotation
bombast
hyperbole
situational irony
28. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.
ellipsis
elegy
anachronism
cacophony
29. To recreate or present with details
harangue
description
fiction
denotation
30. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.
figurative language
circumlocution
clause
archetype
31. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.
bibliography
allegory
frame
pun
32. Graphic - exact - and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person - place - or thing.
elegy
descriptive detail
antecedent
exposé
33. Deriving from the orderly qualities of ancient Greek and Roman culture; implies formality - objectivity - simplicity - and restraint.
homily
imagery
analogy
classical
34. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.
inference
conceit
apostrophe
harangue
35. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.
abstract
Dionysian
connotation
adage
36. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.
pathos
metaphor
antithesis
denotation
37. A comparison using like or as
satire
bibliography
simile
antagonist
38. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.
topic sentence
archetype
canon
inference
39. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.
antagonist
bibliography
elliptical construction
alliteration
40. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction
syntax
deus de machina
compound sentence
epigram
41. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech
synthesis essay
circumlocation
point of view
euphemism
42. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.
assonance
apostrophe
inductive reasoning
bard
43. 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
rhetorical strategies
style
antithesis
didactic
44. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.
euphony
clause
paradox
carpe diem
45. The perspective from which a story is told
conceit
exposé
point of view
rhetorical analysis
46. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.
allegory
deus de machina
bathos
apostrophe
47. 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.
rhetorical strategies
allegory
exposition
paradox
48. An appeal based on the character/reputation/ credibility of the speaker.
classic
canon
antagonist
ethos
49. A concise but ingenious - witty - and thoughtful statement.
didactic
antithesis
epigram
digression
50. A method of reasoning by which specific definitions - conclusions - and theorems are drawn from general principles.
expository
metonymy
deductive reasoning
burlesque