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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression






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






3. Anything that stands for or represents something else






4. 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






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






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






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






8. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






9. The main idea of the story






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






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






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






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






14. A leture or sermon on a religious or moral theme meant to guide human behavior.






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






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






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






18. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






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






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






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






23. To prove a point or to persuade






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






25. (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.






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






27. To recreate or present with details






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






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






30. A comparison using like or as






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






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






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






34. 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






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






36. An observer uses this






37. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






38. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






42. 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.






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






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






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






46. 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.






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






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






49. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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