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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. To recreate or present with details






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






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






4. A matter discussed in the first person has this






5. The resolution that occurs at the end of a narrative or drama - real or imagined.






6. 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.






7. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.






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






9. A comparison that points out similarities between two dissimilar things; a passage that points out several similarities between two unlike things is called an extended analogy.






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






11. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.






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






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






14. An idea that is implied or suggested






15. Used by researchers to examine texts or public speeches as they occur in society with the aim of interpreting textual meaning






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






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






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






19. A comparison using like or as






20. 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






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






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






23. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






24. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






25. I - me - my - mine






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






33. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






35. An appeal based on logic or reason






36. 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.






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






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






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






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






41. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.






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






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






44. A concise but ingenious - witty - and thoughtful statement.






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






46. An observer uses this






47. A term used to describe literary forms - such as novel - play - and essay.






48. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






50. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule