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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
rhetoric
classic
canon
deus de machina
2. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences
extended metaphor
syntax
aphorism
harangue
3. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.
eponymous
euphony
understatement
belle-lettres
4. Deriving from the orderly qualities of ancient Greek and Roman culture; implies formality - objectivity - simplicity - and restraint.
classical
rhetorical strategies
Dionysian
diction
5. Having an instructive purpose; intending to convey information or teach a lesson - usually in a dry - pompous manner.
ellipsis
pun
aphorism
didactic
6. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech
circumlocation
bombast
dramatic irony
metonymy
7. Used by researchers to examine texts or public speeches as they occur in society with the aim of interpreting textual meaning
rhetorical question
paradox
rhetorical analysis
complex sentence
8. An abstract or ideal conception of a type; a perfectly typical example; an original model or form.
sarcasm
belle-lettres
connotation
archetype
9. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.
rhetoric
consonance
deus de machina
arch (adj.)
10. To prove a point or to persuade
exposé
argumentation
epic
dramatic irony
11. An essay that tries to prove a point by supporting it with evidence
argumentative essay
dependent clauses
allusion
ambiguity
12. A mode of discourse in which two or more things are compared and contrasted. Comparison often refers to similarities - contrast to differences.
situational irony
satire
comparison and contrast
sarcasm
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.
aphorism
analogy
style
epigram
14. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.
euphony
fable
dependent clauses
exegesis
15. A brief - cleverly worded statement that makes a wise observation about life.
active voice
aphorism
metaphor
personification
16. The repetition of two or more vowel sounds in a group of words in prose or poetry.
assonance
alliteration
bathos
circumlocation
17. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression
description
expository
denotation
anachronism
18. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.
cynic
topic sentence
fantasy
argumentation
19. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
tone
qualify
expository
fallacy
20. I - me - my - mine
imagery
complex sentence
connotation
first person singular
21. A word to which a pronoun refers.
oxymoron
antecedent
homily
exposition
22. Anything that stands for or represents something else
symbol
arch (adj.)
fable
circumlocation
23. An appeal based on logic or reason
deductive reasoning
qualify
logos
exegesis
24. An idea that is implied or suggested
antithesis
connotation
bathos
argumentation
25. A comparison using like or as
analogy
simile
rhetorical question
aphorism
26. A concise but ingenious - witty - and thoughtful statement.
epigram
didactic
argumentative essay
bathos
27. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing
comparison and contrast
bombast
logos
style
28. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.
aphorism
denotation
topic sentence
dénouement
29. A conclusion or proposition arrived at by considering facts - observations - or some other specific data.
diction
logos
eponymous
inference
30. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction
compound sentence
irony
bathos
caricature
31. A narrative poem that tells of the adventures and exploits of a hero.
epic
bombast
farce
expository
32. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.
inference
clause
allegory
harangue
33. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as
first person singular
metaphor
malapropism
connotation
34. A saying or proverb containing a truth based on experience and often couched in metaphorical language.
adage
euphemism
deus de machina
climax
35. A statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said
euphony
understatement
canon
bard
36. Representing an abstract quality or idea as a person or creature
ambiguity
red herring
personification
arch (adj.)
37. (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.
bombast
carpe diem
concrete detail
active voice
38. An observer uses this
dénouement
carpe diem
external POV
pathos
39. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.
fallacy
elegy
anachronism
anecdote
40. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
inductive reasoning
qualify
anecdote
malapropism
41. A feeling of association or identification with an object or person.
empathy
euphemism
fable
descriptive detail
42. The perspective from which a story is told
dénouement
archetype
point of view
irony
43. As distinguished from Apollonian - the word refers to sensual - pleasure-seeking - impulses.
epithet
situational irony
Dionysian
homily
44. Harsh - cutting language or tone intended to ridicule
sarcasm
ad hominem
deus de machina
analogy
45. A brief explanation - summary - or evaluation of a text or work of literature.
climax
annotation
fiction
fallacy
46. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.
allusion
cacophony
apostrophe
deus de machina
47. 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.
diction
antecedent
epithet
expository
48. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor
abstract
fiction
hyperbole
malapropism
49. A highly regarded work of literature or other art form that has withstood the test of time.
denotation
situational irony
digression
classic
50. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.
carpe diem
metonymy
circumlocation
fable