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AP English Language And Composition Basics

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






2. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






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






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






6. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






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






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






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






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






13. A short tale - often with nonhuman characters - from which a useful lesson or moral may be drawn.






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






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






16. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






18. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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 logic or reason






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






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






24. 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.






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






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






27. A matter discussed in the first person has this






28. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






29. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






32. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






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






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






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






37. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






38. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






40. To prove a point or to persuade






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






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






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






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






45. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






47. (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.






48. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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







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