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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar






2. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






3. To prove a point or to persuade






4. A brief explanation - summary - or evaluation of a text or work of literature.






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






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






7. 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.






8. The repetition of one or more initial consonants in a group of words or lines in a poem






9. I - me - my - mine






10. An idea that is implied or suggested






11. 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.






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






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






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






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






16. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






18. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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






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






22. (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.






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






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






25. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.






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






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






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






29. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






32. A method of reasoning in which a number of specific facts or examples are used to make a generalization.






33. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






34. The quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author






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






36. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






37. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.






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






39. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.






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






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






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






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






44. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






46. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






48. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.






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






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