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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. An analysis or assessment of a thing or situation for the purpose of determining its nature - limitations - and conformity to a set of standards.






2. A comparison using like or as






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






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






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






6. To recreate or present with details






7. 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.






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






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






10. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






11. An observer uses this






12. 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






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






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






15. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.






16. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






18. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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






21. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






23. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






34. Explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition






35. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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






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






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






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






41. The manner in which something is expressed in words






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






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






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






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






46. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






48. Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions by setting up comparisons between dissimilar things - [examples are metaphor - simile - and personification.






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






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