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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. Prove to be false or incorrect






2. A comparison using like or as






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






4. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.






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






6. That portion of discourse that wanders or departs from the main subject or topic.






7. A story containing unreal - imaginary features.






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






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






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






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






12. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






13. To recreate or present with details






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






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






16. An appeal based on logic or reason






17. The background and events that lead to the presentation of the main idea or purpose of an essay or other work; setting forth the meaning or purpose of a piece of writing or discourse.






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






19. (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.






20. An appeal based on the character/reputation/ credibility of the speaker.






21. The manner in which something is expressed in words






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






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






24. 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






25. A matter discussed in the first person has this






26. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






28. 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.






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






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






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






32. A rhetorical opposition or contrast of ideas by means of a grammatical arrangement of words - clauses - or sentences.






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






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






35. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






36. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






38. An idea that is implied or suggested






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






40. A word to which a pronoun refers.






41. A humorous play on words






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






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






44. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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






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






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






49. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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







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