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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.






2. A comparison using like or as






3. (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.






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






5. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.






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






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






8. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






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






11. I - me - my - mine






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






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






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






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






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






17. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






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






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






21. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






23. An observer uses this






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






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






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






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






28. To recreate or present with details






29. An excessively favorable opinion of one's own ability - importance - wit - etc.






30. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






36. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






37. Something - generally a clue - intended to distract or mislead from the original issue/question.






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






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






40. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






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






44. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






46. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






47. A mode of discourse in which two or more things are compared and contrasted. Comparison often refers to similarities - contrast to differences.






48. The perspective from which a story is told






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






50. Inflated - pretentious language.