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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.
classic
compound sentence
extended metaphor
annotation
2. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
exposé
malapropism
extended metaphor
aphorism
3. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing
bombast
irony
euphony
sarcasm
4. An observer uses this
paradox
Apollonian
external POV
malapropism
5. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph
digression
Apollonian
deus de machina
topic sentence
6. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
pun
rhetoric
bombast
classic
7. Inflated - pretentious language.
synecdoche
exposé
bombast
burlesque
8. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.
ambiguity
allegory
archetype
arch (adj.)
9. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.
ellipsis
satire
analogy
frame
10. The dictionary definition of a word.
circumlocution
denotation
aphorism
apostrophe
11. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.
ellipsis
imagery
harangue
elliptical construction
12. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')
diction
Apollonian
argumentation
oxymoron
13. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses
complex sentence
internal POV
carpe diem
descriptive detail
14. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.
topic sentence
euphony
fable
point of view
15. A concise but ingenious - witty - and thoughtful statement.
bombast
epigram
satire
fiction
16. Grating - inharmonious sounds.
epigram
hyperbole
fantasy
cacophony
17. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.
pun
frame
antithesis
ad hominem
18. Occurs when the outcome of a work is unexpected - or events turn out to be the opposite from what one had expected
climax
argumentation
assonance
situational irony
19. A leture or sermon on a religious or moral theme meant to guide human behavior.
concrete detail
euphemism
homily
extended metaphor
20. The interpretation or analysis of a text.
ad hominem
circumlocation
explication
metonymy
21. Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions by setting up comparisons between dissimilar things - [examples are metaphor - simile - and personification.
apostrophe
didactic
anecdote
figurative language
22. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.
denotation
elegy
deductive reasoning
harangue
23. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.
genre
ethos
first person singular
antithesis
24. A style that has the power to evoke feelings
pathos
ambiguity
burlesque
paradox
25. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.
assonance
epigram
theme
critique
26. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.
irony
bibliography
aphorism
canon
27. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
dependent clauses
denotation
paradox
empathy
28. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.
clause
apostrophe
irony
rhetorical strategies
29. The purpose of thisessay is to demonstrate how the writer can develop a position/idea and support it with interwoven sources. The writer is expected to write in an academic and mature style.
synthesis essay
epithet
fiction
harangue
30. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning
arch (adj.)
description
analogy
irony
31. A conclusion or proposition arrived at by considering facts - observations - or some other specific data.
digression
extended metaphor
satire
inference
32. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.
digression
ellipsis
rhetorical strategies
extended metaphor
33. A mode of discourse in which two or more things are compared and contrasted. Comparison often refers to similarities - contrast to differences.
comparison and contrast
burlesque
anecdote
Dionysian
34. Something - generally a clue - intended to distract or mislead from the original issue/question.
alliteration
cynic
red herring
explication
35. A question asked for an effect - not actually requiring an answer
point of view
didactic
rhetorical question
epithet
36. A statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said
understatement
climax
bibliography
aphorism
37. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor
dénouement
internal POV
exegesis
hyperbole
38. A humorous play on words
expository
conceit
pun
euphemism
39. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.
red herring
exegesis
annotation
bathos
40. A circumstance in which the audience or reader knows more about a situation than a character.
dramatic irony
deus de machina
consonance
caricature
41. Having an instructive purpose; intending to convey information or teach a lesson - usually in a dry - pompous manner.
didactic
argumentation
oxymoron
bard
42. (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.
circumlocation
connotation
internal POV
active voice
43. A method of reasoning by which specific definitions - conclusions - and theorems are drawn from general principles.
deductive reasoning
empathy
ellipsis
rhetorical strategies
44. Graphic - exact - and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person - place - or thing.
critique
descriptive detail
consonance
antagonist
45. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences
fallacy
syntax
frame
sarcasm
46. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective
clause
rhetorical strategies
annotation
exposition
47. 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.
analogy
aphorism
Apollonian
exposition
48. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule
climax
cynic
sarcasm
complex sentence
49. A brief - cleverly worded statement that makes a wise observation about life.
frame
allegory
aphorism
syntax
50. The manner in which something is expressed in words
anecdote
aphorism
topic sentence
fiction