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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of






2. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






3. A humorous play on words






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






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






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






7. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






10. To prove a point or to persuade






11. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






12. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.






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






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






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






16. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






17. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






18. The manner in which something is expressed in words






19. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






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






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






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






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






25. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






26. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






27. The main idea of the story






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






29. Are used as nouns or modifiers - are incomplete sentences and cannot stand alone grammatically; they are sometimes called subordinate clauses; those that function as adjectives - nouns - or adverbs are known - respectively - as adjective - noun - and






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






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






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






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






34. 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.






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






36. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






37. A mild - indirect - or vague term substituting for a harsh - blunt - or offensive term






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






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






40. Literally - 'talking around' a subject; i.e. - discourse that avoids direct reference to a subject.






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






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






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






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






45. 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.






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






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






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






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






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







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