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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.
abstract
Apollonian
tone
malapropism
2. (n.) An abbreviated synopsis of a longer work of scholarship or research. (adj.) Dealing with or tending to deal with a subject apart from a particular or specific instance.
concrete detail
extended metaphor
abstract
logos
3. A method of reasoning in which a number of specific facts or examples are used to make a generalization.
Dionysian
digression
bard
inductive reasoning
4. A comparison using like or as
allegory
bombast
deductive reasoning
simile
5. A feeling of association or identification with an object or person.
epithet
empathy
compound sentence
malapropism
6. A French term for the world of books - criticism - and literature in general.
Dionysian
apostrophe
belle-lettres
epithet
7. Different methods of writing which you can incorporate into your writing to make it more effective
archetype
connotation
rhetorical strategies
epithet
8. An excessively favorable opinion of one's own ability - importance - wit - etc.
conceit
rhetoric
ad hominem
allegory
9. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.
bombast
pathos
allegory
caricature
10. The grammatical arrangement of words in sentences
syntax
assonance
abstract
denotation
11. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
paradox
eponymous
consonance
classical
12. The unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
circumlocation
malapropism
caricature
antagonist
13. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.
climax
ethos
abstract
connotation
14. A metaphor developed at great length - occurring frequently in or throughout a work.
hyperbole
fiction
extended metaphor
situational irony
15. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression
epigram
adage
aphorism
denotation
16. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
red herring
qualify
epigram
homily
17. A matter discussed in the first person has this
internal POV
consonance
denotation
understatement
18. Short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)
circumlocution
bibliography
fallacy
anecdote
19. One who expects and observes nothing but the worst of human conduct.
circumlocution
epithet
metaphor
cynic
20. Inflated - pretentious language.
adage
bombast
pun
sarcasm
21. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.
euphony
descriptive detail
diction
rhetorical analysis
22. The suggested or implied meaning of a word or phrase.
ad hominem
qualify
connotation
rhetoric
23. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as
metaphor
alliteration
syntax
apostrophe
24. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.
argumentation
clause
carpe diem
cynic
25. A figure of speech that uses exaggeration to express strong emotion - make a point - or evoke humor
caricature
hyperbole
rhetorical question
didactic
26. Characterized by clever or sly humor - often saucy - playful - and somewhat irreverent.
refute
dependent clauses
arch (adj.)
personification
27. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.
external POV
descriptive detail
deus de machina
expository
28. A mild - indirect - or vague term substituting for a harsh - blunt - or offensive term
euphemism
ambiguity
annotation
inductive reasoning
29. The quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author
consonance
fiction
tone
first person singular
30. (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.
abstract
active voice
complex sentence
euphemism
31. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.
fable
clause
first person singular
qualify
32. Three periods (...)indicating the omission of words in a thought or quotation.
farce
empathy
ellipsis
imagery
33. An appeal based on logic or reason
carpe diem
logos
digression
didactic
34. A leture or sermon on a religious or moral theme meant to guide human behavior.
irony
bibliography
homily
Dionysian
35. A factual piece of writing that reveals weaknesses - faults - frailties - or other shortcomings.
ad hominem
situational irony
satire
exposé
36. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.
homily
analogy
harangue
satire
37. Representing an abstract quality or idea as a person or creature
elliptical construction
personification
euphemism
allegory
38. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.
point of view
frame
critique
internal POV
39. A figure of speech in which a part is used for the whole or the whole for a part
antithesis
synecdoche
active voice
extended metaphor
40. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.
deus de machina
qualify
aphorism
diction
41. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')
oxymoron
situational irony
internal POV
epithet
42. A mild or less negative usage for a harsh or blunt term.
euphemism
farce
personification
diction
43. A vagueness of meaning; a conscious lack of clarity meant to evoke multiple meanings or interpretations.
description
ambiguity
bard
classical
44. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.
Dionysian
carpe diem
aphorism
elliptical construction
45. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses
complex sentence
first person singular
hyperbole
satire
46. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.
elegy
qualify
understatement
first person singular
47. A conclusion or proposition arrived at by considering facts - observations - or some other specific data.
inference
antecedent
epigram
refute
48. Grating - inharmonious sounds.
cacophony
metaphor
malapropism
argumentative essay
49. The works considered the most important in a national literature or period; works widely read and studied.
canon
circumlocation
epithet
personification
50. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction
compound sentence
syntax
canon
extended metaphor