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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.






2. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






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






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






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






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






8. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






9. I - me - my - mine






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






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






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






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






14. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






17. 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.






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






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






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






21. A person - scene - event or other element that fails to correspond with the appropriate time or era.






22. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






25. A highly specific - particular - often real - actual - or tangible detail; the opposite of abstract.






26. Prove to be false or incorrect






27. A matter discussed in the first person has this






28. The main idea of the story






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






30. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.






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






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






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






34. (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.






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






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






37. 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.






38. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






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






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






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






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






44. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.






45. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






47. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)






48. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






50. 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