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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. 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






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






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






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






5. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






6. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as






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






8. A term used to describe literary forms - such as novel - play - and essay.






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






10. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






12. To recreate or present with details






13. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences






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






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






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






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






18. (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.






19. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction






20. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






22. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






25. I - me - my - mine






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






27. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






29. 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.






30. A short tale - often with nonhuman characters - from which a useful lesson or moral may be drawn.






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






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






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






34. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






42. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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






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






46. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






47. 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.






48. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






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






50. Prove to be false or incorrect