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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Form of literature in which irony - sarcasm - and ridicule are employed to attack human vice and folly






2. 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.






3. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.






4. An observer uses this






5. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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






8. A leture or sermon on a religious or moral theme meant to guide human behavior.






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






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






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






12. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






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






15. 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.






16. 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






17. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






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






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






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






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






24. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






25. A French term for the world of books - criticism - and literature in general.






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






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






28. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






30. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.






31. 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.






32. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






34. (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.






35. The perspective from which a story is told






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






37. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






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






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






41. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






43. A comparison using like or as






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






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






46. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.






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






48. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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