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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective






2. 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.






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






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






5. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.






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






7. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.






8. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






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






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






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






13. Occurs when the outcome of a work is unexpected - or events turn out to be the opposite from what one had expected






14. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.






15. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






17. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






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






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






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






23. A factual piece of writing that reveals weaknesses - faults - frailties - or other shortcomings.






24. 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.






25. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






26. The perspective from which a story is told






27. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






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






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






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






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






33. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






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






37. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.






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






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






40. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






43. The main idea of the story






44. An observer uses this






45. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






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






48. I - me - my - mine






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






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