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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.






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






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






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






5. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning






6. I - me - my - mine






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






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






9. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.






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






11. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.






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






13. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.






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






15. The main idea of the story






16. (n.) An abbreviated synopsis of a longer work of scholarship or research. (adj.) Dealing with or tending to deal with a subject apart from a particular or specific instance.






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






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






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






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






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






22. 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






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






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






25. An idea that is implied or suggested






26. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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






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






30. (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.






31. The repetition of two or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing.






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






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






34. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






35. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






37. To recreate or present with details






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






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






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






41. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






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






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






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






46. A circumstance in which the audience or reader knows more about a situation than a character.






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






48. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






50. Graphic - exact - and accurate presentation of the characteristics of a person - place - or thing.