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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. The choice of words in oral and written discourse.






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






3. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.






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






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






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






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






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






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






11. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






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






15. I - me - my - mine






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






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






18. Anything that stands for or represents something else






19. The manner in which something is expressed in words






20. A term for the title character of a work of literature.






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






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






23. An idea that is implied or suggested






24. The background and events that lead to the presentation of the main idea or purpose of an essay or other work; setting forth the meaning or purpose of a piece of writing or discourse.






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






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






27. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






28. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






29. An observer uses this






30. Explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition






31. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






33. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






34. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






35. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






37. Directed to or appealing to feelings or prejudices instead of to intellect or reason.






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






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






40. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






42. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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






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






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






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






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






49. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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