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AP English Language And Composition Basics

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1. (n.) An abbreviated synopsis of a longer work of scholarship or research. (adj.) Dealing with or tending to deal with a subject apart from a particular or specific instance.






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






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






5. The perspective from which a story is told






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






7. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






8. A person - scene - event or other element that fails to correspond with the appropriate time or era.






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






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






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






12. Substituting the name of one object for another object closely associated with it






13. The main idea of the story






14. 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






15. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.






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






17. An observer uses this






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






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






20. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






22. To recreate or present with details






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






24. The choice of words in oral and written discourse.






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






26. An idea that is implied or suggested






27. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






28. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






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






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






32. A highly specific - particular - often real - actual - or tangible detail; the opposite of abstract.






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






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






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






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






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






38. To prove a point or to persuade






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






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






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






42. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






44. A term for the title character of a work of literature.






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






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






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






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






49. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






50. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule