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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A conclusion or proposition arrived at by considering facts - observations - or some other specific data.






2. A short tale - often with nonhuman characters - from which a useful lesson or moral may be drawn.






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






4. A comparison using like or as






5. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






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






10. A humorous play on words






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






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






13. The repetition of two or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing.






14. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






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






18. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar






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






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






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






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






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






24. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.






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






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






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






28. 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.






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






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






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






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






33. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






34. Inflated - pretentious language.






35. A mild or less negative usage for a harsh or blunt term.






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






37. Deriving from the orderly qualities of ancient Greek and Roman culture; implies formality - objectivity - simplicity - and restraint.






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






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






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






41. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






42. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






44. To prove a point or to persuade






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






46. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






48. An observer uses this






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






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