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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective






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






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






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






5. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.






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






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






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






9. 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.






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






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






12. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






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






15. I - me - my - mine






16. A work of literature meant to ridicule a subject; a grotesque imitation.






17. An appeal based on logic or reason






18. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






19. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






20. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






22. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






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






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






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






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






29. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






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






33. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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






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






37. An observer uses this






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






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






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






41. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






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






44. A comparison using like or as






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






46. Having an instructive purpose; intending to convey information or teach a lesson - usually in a dry - pompous manner.






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






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






49. Characterized by clever or sly humor - often saucy - playful - and somewhat irreverent.






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