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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






2. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.






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






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






5. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.






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






7. 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.






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






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






10. 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.






11. A comparison using like or as






12. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






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






15. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






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






18. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.






19. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






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






22. An appeal based on logic or reason






23. The manner in which something is expressed in words






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






25. The dictionary definition of a word.






26. A figure of speech in which a part is used for the whole or the whole for a part






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






28. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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






31. 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.






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






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






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






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






36. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






38. Representing an abstract quality or idea as a person or creature






39. To recreate or present with details






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






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






42. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






44. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






47. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






50. A humorous play on words