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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.






2. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






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






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






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






8. The perspective from which a story is told






9. The purpose of thisessay is to demonstrate how the writer can develop a position/idea and support it with interwoven sources. The writer is expected to write in an academic and mature style.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






17. A comparison using like or as






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






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






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






21. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






22. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of






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






24. A humorous play on words






25. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






27. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






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






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






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






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






34. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






35. A poet; in olden times - a performer who told heroic stories to musical accompaniment.






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






37. 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






38. I - me - my - mine






39. To recreate or present with details






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






41. An observer uses this






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






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






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






45. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






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






48. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






49. 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.






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