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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. The ability to form mental images of things or events






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






4. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective






5. Explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition






6. An observer uses this






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






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






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






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






11. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






13. A comparison using like or as






14. An essay that tries to prove a point by supporting it with evidence






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






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






17. A humorous play on words






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






19. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






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






23. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






25. A word to which a pronoun refers.






26. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






29. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






30. 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.






31. To recreate or present with details






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






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






34. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






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






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






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






39. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.






40. A matter discussed in the first person has this






41. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.






42. A way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period






43. A French term for the world of books - criticism - and literature in general.






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






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






46. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






48. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






49. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)






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