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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.






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






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






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






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






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






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






8. A matter discussed in the first person has this






9. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






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






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






13. 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






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






15. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






17. To prove a point or to persuade






18. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






19. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






20. I - me - my - mine






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






22. A concise but ingenious - witty - and thoughtful statement.






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






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






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






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






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






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






29. 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






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






31. The perspective from which a story is told






32. A reference to a person - place - or event meant to create an effect or enhance the meaning of an idea.






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






34. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






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






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






40. A humorous play on words






41. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






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






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






46. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






48. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






50. Grating - inharmonious sounds.