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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.






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






3. A highly specific - particular - often real - actual - or tangible detail; the opposite of abstract.






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






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






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






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






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






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






10. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






11. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






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






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






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






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






17. (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.






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






19. A person - scene - event or other element that fails to correspond with the appropriate time or era.






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






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






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






23. A brief explanation - summary - or evaluation of a text or work of literature.






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






25. Form of literature in which irony - sarcasm - and ridicule are employed to attack human vice and folly






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






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






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






29. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






30. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






31. 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.






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






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






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






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






36. An excessively favorable opinion of one's own ability - importance - wit - etc.






37. The repetition of two or more consonant sounds in a group of words or a unit of speech or writing.






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






39. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






41. To prove a point or to persuade






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






43. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.






44. Characterized by clever or sly humor - often saucy - playful - and somewhat irreverent.






45. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






48. A matter discussed in the first person has this






49. A humorous play on words






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