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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.






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






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






4. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






5. The ability to form mental images of things or events






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






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






8. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






9. 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






10. A factual piece of writing that reveals weaknesses - faults - frailties - or other shortcomings.






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






12. A forceful sermon - lecture - or tirade.






13. 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.






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






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






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






17. Literally - 'seize the day'; 'enjoy life while you can -' a common theme in life and literature.






18. A sentence that states the topic of its paragraph






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






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






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






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






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






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






25. Grating - inharmonious sounds.






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






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






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






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






30. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






31. An appeal based on logic or reason






32. A style that has the power to evoke feelings






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






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






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






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






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






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






39. A poem or prose selection that laments or meditates on the passing or death of someone or something of value.






40. 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.






41. To prove a point or to persuade






42. 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.






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






44. Qescribe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of






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






46. The main idea of the story






47. Pleasing - harmonious sounds.






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






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






50. A sentence containing a deliberate omission of words.