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AP English Language And Composition Basics

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1. The manner in which something is expressed in words






2. The dictionary definition of a word.






3. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






4. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule






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






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






7. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






9. A humorous play on words






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






11. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






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






14. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






15. A matter discussed in the first person has this






16. One who expects and observes nothing but the worst of human conduct.






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






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






19. (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.






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






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






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






23. A way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period






24. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)






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






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






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






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






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






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






31. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.






32. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






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






36. 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.






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






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






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






40. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






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






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






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






46. A comparison using like or as






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






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






49. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.






50. I - me - my - mine