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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. 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.






2. Prove to be false or incorrect






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






4. A comparison using like or as






5. The manner in which something is expressed in words






6. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






7. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






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






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






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






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






12. The main idea of the story






13. The dictionary definition of a word.






14. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






16. To prove a point or to persuade






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






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






19. 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






20. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






22. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






23. The perspective from which a story is told






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






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






26. (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.






27. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






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






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






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 one or more initial consonants in a group of words or lines in a poem






32. Writing or speech that is used to create vivid impressions by setting up comparisons between dissimilar things - [examples are metaphor - simile - and personification.






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






34. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






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






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






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






39. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






40. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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






43. I - me - my - mine






44. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






45. A factual piece of writing that reveals weaknesses - faults - frailties - or other shortcomings.






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






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






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






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






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