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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)






2. The manner in which something is expressed in words






3. The main idea of the story






4. I - me - my - mine






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






19. To recreate or present with details






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






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






22. An idea that is implied or suggested






23. 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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






31. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as






32. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






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






34. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






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






38. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.






39. 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.






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






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






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






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






44. A statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said






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






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






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






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






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






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