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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.






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






3. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






4. An observer uses this






5. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






7. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






10. The dictionary definition of a word.






11. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






13. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






14. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






16. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






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






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






20. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






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






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






24. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






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






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






29. The purpose of thisessay is to demonstrate how the writer can develop a position/idea and support it with interwoven sources. The writer is expected to write in an academic and mature style.






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






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






32. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.






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






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






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






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






37. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor






38. A humorous play on words






39. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






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






42. (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.






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






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






45. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






47. 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.






48. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






50. The manner in which something is expressed in words