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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A mode of discourse in which two or more things are compared and contrasted. Comparison often refers to similarities - contrast to differences.






2. An appeal based on logic or reason






3. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






11. Used by researchers to examine texts or public speeches as they occur in society with the aim of interpreting textual meaning






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






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






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






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






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






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






19. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






21. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






23. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






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






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






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






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






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






30. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






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






33. To recreate or present with details






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






35. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






37. An idea that is implied or suggested






38. 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.






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. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






43. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.






44. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






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






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






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






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






50. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression