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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Substituting the name of one object for another object closely associated with it






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






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






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






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






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






7. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






8. 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.






9. A conclusion or proposition arrived at by considering facts - observations - or some other specific data.






10. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






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






13. The manner in which something is expressed in words






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






15. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






17. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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






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






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






22. To prove a point or to persuade






23. The resolution that occurs at the end of a narrative or drama - real or imagined.






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






25. I - me - my - mine






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






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






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






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






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






31. The main idea of the story






32. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






33. An observer uses this






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






35. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






36. Graphic - exact - and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person - place - or thing.






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






38. A statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said






39. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






42. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor






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






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






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






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






47. 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.






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






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






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