Test your basic knowledge |

AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
  • If you are not ready to take this test, you can study here.
  • Match each statement with the correct term.
  • Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.

This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. A brief - cleverly worded statement that makes a wise observation about life.






2. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






4. 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






5. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






6. I - me - my - mine






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






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






9. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.






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






11. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






12. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.






13. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






15. The perspective from which a story is told






16. To recreate or present with details






17. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






18. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.






19. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






20. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






30. 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.






31. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






32. To prove a point or to persuade






33. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






34. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






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






38. 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.






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






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






41. Anything that stands for or represents something else






42. The dictionary definition of a word.






43. A humorous play on words






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






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






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






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






48. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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