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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Occurs when the outcome of a work is unexpected - or events turn out to be the opposite from what one had expected






2. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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






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






6. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






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






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






11. The main idea of the story






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






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






14. 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.






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






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






17. A method of reasoning in which a number of specific facts or examples are used to make a generalization.






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






19. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.






20. 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.






21. To recreate or present with details






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






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






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






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






26. The works considered the most important in a national literature or period; works widely read and studied.






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






28. A comparison using like or as






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






36. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.






37. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






38. A poet; in olden times - a performer who told heroic stories to musical accompaniment.






39. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






40. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






42. The dictionary definition of a word.






43. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






44. (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.






45. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






46. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






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






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