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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. A style that has the power to evoke feelings
connotation
allegory
pathos
symbol
2. A comparison using like or as
fallacy
classic
archetype
simile
3. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.
connotation
aphorism
frame
classic
4. A metaphor developed at great length - occurring frequently in or throughout a work.
qualify
fallacy
extended metaphor
belle-lettres
5. 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.
eponymous
red herring
synthesis essay
fantasy
6. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.
ambiguity
Dionysian
internal POV
assonance
7. That portion of discourse that wanders or departs from the main subject or topic.
digression
anecdote
apostrophe
satire
8. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.
situational irony
inductive reasoning
Apollonian
antecedent
9. Graphic - exact - and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person - place - or thing.
satire
euphony
refute
descriptive detail
10. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.
red herring
canon
harangue
syntax
11. The manner in which something is expressed in words
fiction
euphemism
argumentation
ethos
12. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
malapropism
explication
dependent clauses
concrete detail
13. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
Apollonian
concrete detail
anecdote
rhetoric
14. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule
sarcasm
deductive reasoning
first person singular
oxymoron
15. To prove a point or to persuade
argumentation
epigram
explication
epic
16. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.
harangue
rhetoric
exegesis
refute
17. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech
circumlocation
ambiguity
adage
active voice
18. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.
exposition
archetype
bard
adage
19. The interpretation or analysis of a text.
harangue
explication
belle-lettres
aphorism
20. 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.
elegy
rhetorical strategies
exposition
epithet
21. A statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said
understatement
carpe diem
fallacy
descriptive detail
22. A figure of speech in which a part is used for the whole or the whole for a part
ethos
refute
synecdoche
carpe diem
23. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.
irony
classic
pathos
inductive reasoning
24. The works considered the most important in a national literature or period; works widely read and studied.
rhetorical analysis
canon
ad hominem
argumentative essay
25. A reference to a person - place - or event meant to create an effect or enhance the meaning of an idea.
style
antagonist
euphemism
allusion
26. A character or force in a work of literature that - by opposing the protagonist - produces tension or conflict.
epigram
antagonist
topic sentence
aphorism
27. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.
archetype
annotation
frame
apostrophe
28. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning
irony
satire
adage
circumlocation
29. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
paradox
cynic
complex sentence
bathos
30. The quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author
refute
cynic
satire
tone
31. An appeal based on the character/reputation/ credibility of the speaker.
ethos
farce
inference
aphorism
32. One who expects and observes nothing but the worst of human conduct.
descriptive detail
imagery
cynic
exegesis
33. Deriving from the orderly qualities of ancient Greek and Roman culture; implies formality - objectivity - simplicity - and restraint.
argumentation
classical
complex sentence
elegy
34. A factual piece of writing that reveals weaknesses - faults - frailties - or other shortcomings.
personification
exposé
external POV
argumentative essay
35. A term for the title character of a work of literature.
external POV
elliptical construction
eponymous
inductive reasoning
36. A narrative poem that tells of the adventures and exploits of a hero.
caricature
personification
epic
deductive reasoning
37. A concise but ingenious - witty - and thoughtful statement.
denotation
aphorism
frame
epigram
38. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.
burlesque
synthesis essay
dependent clauses
connotation
39. A mild - indirect - or vague term substituting for a harsh - blunt - or offensive term
euphemism
aphorism
epic
rhetorical strategies
40. A term used to describe literary forms - such as novel - play - and essay.
genre
inference
adage
exegesis
41. The repetition of two or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing.
epigram
critique
consonance
didactic
42. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective
homily
ethos
rhetorical strategies
pathos
43. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.
exposition
carpe diem
didactic
argumentative essay
44. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.
bathos
rhetoric
consonance
oxymoron
45. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.
fallacy
bathos
concrete detail
comparison and contrast
46. A short tale - often with nonhuman characters - from which a useful lesson or moral may be drawn.
fiction
fable
pathos
anecdote
47. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.
allegory
bombast
assonance
diction
48. A brief explanation - summary - or evaluation of a text or work of literature.
burlesque
rhetorical question
bombast
annotation
49. 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
dependent clauses
ad hominem
synthesis essay
oxymoron
50. Prove to be false or incorrect
anachronism
bathos
ethos
refute