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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A character or force in a work of literature that - by opposing the protagonist - produces tension or conflict.






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






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






4. 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.






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






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






7. 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.






8. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






9. The manner in which something is expressed in words






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






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






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






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






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






15. The perspective from which a story is told






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






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






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






19. (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.






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






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






22. A feeling of association or identification with an object or person.






23. A poet; in olden times - a performer who told heroic stories to musical accompaniment.






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






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






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






27. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






29. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






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






33. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






35. 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.






36. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression






37. A mild - indirect - or vague term substituting for a harsh - blunt - or offensive term






38. The main idea of the story






39. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






41. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






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






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






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






46. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






47. I - me - my - mine






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






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






50. A comparison using like or as