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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The main idea of the story






2. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)






3. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as






4. 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.






5. 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






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






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






8. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






10. The manner in which something is expressed in words






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






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






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






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






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






16. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






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






21. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






23. A comedy that contains an extravagant and nonsensical disregard of seriousness - although it may have a serious - scornful purpose.






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






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






26. An observer uses this






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






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






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






30. To prove a point or to persuade






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






32. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






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






36. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






38. 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.






39. A term used to describe literary forms - such as novel - play - and essay.






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






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






42. 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






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






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






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






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






47. A metaphor developed at great length - occurring frequently in or throughout a work.






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






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






50. To recreate or present with details