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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A narrative poem that tells of the adventures and exploits of a hero.






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






3. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






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






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






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






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






9. A feeling of association or identification with an object or person.






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






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






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






13. 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.






14. (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.






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






16. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






17. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






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






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






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






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






23. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






25. The main idea of the story






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






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






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






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






30. To recreate or present with details






31. A word to which a pronoun refers.






32. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






33. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






34. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






36. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






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






39. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






41. Prove to be false or incorrect






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






43. A comparison using like or as






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






45. Representing an abstract quality or idea as a person or creature






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






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






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






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






50. An idea that is implied or suggested