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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. To prove a point or to persuade
argumentation
anachronism
deus de machina
rhetorical analysis
2. An appeal based on logic or reason
logos
arch (adj.)
epigram
oxymoron
3. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.
analogy
carpe diem
malapropism
exegesis
4. A character or force in a work of literature that - by opposing the protagonist - produces tension or conflict.
antagonist
irony
point of view
dramatic irony
5. An essay that tries to prove a point by supporting it with evidence
deus de machina
argumentative essay
synthesis essay
concrete detail
6. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)
anecdote
antithesis
deductive reasoning
compound sentence
7. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.
comparison and contrast
cacophony
antithesis
aphorism
8. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences
syntax
circumlocution
ambiguity
consonance
9. A vagueness of meaning; a conscious lack of clarity meant to evoke multiple meanings or interpretations.
syntax
theme
ambiguity
adage
10. To recreate or present with details
synthesis essay
refute
euphemism
description
11. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.
aphorism
rhetorical question
arch (adj.)
Dionysian
12. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor
aphorism
metonymy
internal POV
hyperbole
13. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.
epithet
euphony
harangue
synthesis essay
14. A question asked for an effect - not actually requiring an answer
fallacy
situational irony
rhetorical question
antagonist
15. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.
sarcasm
burlesque
expository
refute
16. Prove to be false or incorrect
digression
antithesis
figurative language
refute
17. 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.
conceit
bombast
analogy
rhetorical strategies
18. Grating - inharmonious sounds.
cacophony
classic
epigram
paradox
19. Inflated - pretentious language.
harangue
synthesis essay
hyperbole
bombast
20. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.
understatement
archetype
synthesis essay
denotation
21. A reference to a person - place - or event meant to create an effect or enhance the meaning of an idea.
allusion
hyperbole
bibliography
analogy
22. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.
internal POV
anachronism
adage
rhetorical strategies
23. A poet; in olden times - a performer who told heroic stories to musical accompaniment.
imagery
empathy
inductive reasoning
bard
24. Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions by setting up comparisons between dissimilar things - [examples are metaphor - simile - and personification.
rhetorical question
sarcasm
figurative language
homily
25. Substituting the name of one object for another object closely associated with it
metonymy
critique
compound sentence
anecdote
26. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.
metonymy
ellipsis
rhetorical analysis
circumlocution
27. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.
ad hominem
inductive reasoning
argumentation
epigram
28. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.
bibliography
argumentative essay
rhetorical analysis
simile
29. A comedy that contains an extravagant and nonsensical disregard of seriousness - although it may have a serious - scornful purpose.
imagery
farce
Dionysian
active voice
30. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.
extended metaphor
allegory
theme
malapropism
31. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing
dependent clauses
refute
euphemism
bombast
32. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression
logos
denotation
inference
imagery
33. I - me - my - mine
epithet
connotation
first person singular
fiction
34. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.
elliptical construction
allusion
symbol
adage
35. (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.
anecdote
qualify
complex sentence
active voice
36. An idea that is implied or suggested
cacophony
frame
connotation
red herring
37. 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.
satire
symbol
epithet
annotation
38. A metaphor developed at great length - occurring frequently in or throughout a work.
extended metaphor
cynic
connotation
canon
39. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.
deus de machina
farce
Dionysian
extended metaphor
40. Used by researchers to examine texts or public speeches as they occur in society with the aim of interpreting textual meaning
rhetorical analysis
fallacy
dependent clauses
simile
41. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.
fiction
bathos
classic
expository
42. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.
climax
aphorism
classical
caricature
43. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.
oxymoron
fable
abstract
clause
44. The dictionary definition of a word.
imagery
didactic
exegesis
denotation
45. A mild or less negative usage for a harsh or blunt term.
euphemism
external POV
epic
circumlocution
46. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
rhetorical analysis
denotation
qualify
fallacy
47. The works considered the most important in a national literature or period; works widely read and studied.
euphemism
canon
diction
belle-lettres
48. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning
malapropism
argumentation
anecdote
irony
49. A circumstance in which the audience or reader knows more about a situation than a character.
inductive reasoning
exegesis
cacophony
dramatic irony
50. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses
satire
ethos
complex sentence
bard