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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions by setting up comparisons between dissimilar things - [examples are metaphor - simile - and personification.






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






3. 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.






4. Occurs when the outcome of a work is unexpected - or events turn out to be the opposite from what one had expected






5. A comparison that points out similarities between two dissimilar things; a passage that points out several similarities between two unlike things is called an extended analogy.






6. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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






9. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.






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






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






12. Anything that stands for or represents something else






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






14. Form of literature in which irony - sarcasm - and ridicule are employed to attack human vice and folly






15. 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






16. A brief - cleverly worded statement that makes a wise observation about life.






17. That portion of discourse that wanders or departs from the main subject or topic.






18. A comparison using like or as






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






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






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






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






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






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






25. A leture or sermon on a religious or moral theme meant to guide human behavior.






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






27. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






28. I - me - my - mine






29. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






31. An appeal based on logic or reason






32. A humorous play on words






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






34. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






36. A character or force in a work of literature that - by opposing the protagonist - produces tension or conflict.






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






38. (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.






39. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






41. Literally - 'talking around' a subject; i.e. - discourse that avoids direct reference to a subject.






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






43. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






44. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.






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






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






47. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






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






50. An idea that is implied or suggested