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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A humorous play on words






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






3. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






4. 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.






5. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.






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






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






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






9. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






11. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






13. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






15. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning






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






17. To prove a point or to persuade






18. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






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






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






23. To recreate or present with details






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






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






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






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






28. The suggested or implied meaning of a word or phrase.






29. 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.






30. 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






31. An observer uses this






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






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






34. A comparison using like or as






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






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






37. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






38. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






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






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






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






43. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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






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






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






48. (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.






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






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