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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Characterized by clever or sly humor - often saucy - playful - and somewhat irreverent.






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






3. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






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






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






7. A humorous play on words






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






9. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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






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






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






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






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






16. The main idea of the story






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






18. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






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






23. The perspective from which a story is told






24. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






25. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')






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






27. (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.






28. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.






29. 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.






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






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






32. 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.






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






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






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






36. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






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






39. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






40. Prove to be false or incorrect






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






50. To prove a point or to persuade