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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The resolution that occurs at the end of a narrative or drama - real or imagined.






2. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






3. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






5. A humorous play on words






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






13. Literally - 'talking around' a subject; i.e. - discourse that avoids direct reference to a subject.






14. To prove a point or to persuade






15. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






16. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






17. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






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






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






21. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.






22. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






24. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.






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






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






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






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






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






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






31. A vagueness of meaning; a conscious lack of clarity meant to evoke multiple meanings or interpretations.






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






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






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






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






36. (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.






37. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






39. An observer uses this






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






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






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






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






44. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






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






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






50. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech