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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. To prove a point or to persuade






2. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






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






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






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






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






8. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






10. To recreate or present with details






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






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






13. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






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






16. Prove to be false or incorrect






17. 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.






18. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






19. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






29. A comedy that contains an extravagant and nonsensical disregard of seriousness - although it may have a serious - scornful purpose.






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






31. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






33. I - me - my - mine






34. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






35. (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.






36. An idea that is implied or suggested






37. 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.






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






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






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






41. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






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






44. The dictionary definition of a word.






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






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






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






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






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






50. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses