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AP English Language And Composition Basics

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






2. The repetition of one or more initial consonants in a group of words or lines in a poem






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






4. To recreate or present with details






5. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






6. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






7. Inflated - pretentious language.






8. (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.






9. That portion of discourse that wanders or departs from the main subject or topic.






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






11. An analysis or assessment of a thing or situation for the purpose of determining its nature - limitations - and conformity to a set of standards.






12. The manner in which something is expressed in words






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






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






15. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






16. A vagueness of meaning; a conscious lack of clarity meant to evoke multiple meanings or interpretations.






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






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






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






20. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






28. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective






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






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






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






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






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






34. The dictionary definition of a word.






35. A short tale - often with nonhuman characters - from which a useful lesson or moral may be drawn.






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






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






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






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






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






41. 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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






50. A matter discussed in the first person has this