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AP English Language And Composition Basics

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1. (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.






2. Insincere or overdone sentimentality.






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






4. An independent clause plus one or more dependent clauses






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






6. 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.






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






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






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






10. A story in which a second meaning is to be read beneath the surface.






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






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






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






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






15. Inflated - pretentious language.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






24. The choice of words in oral and written discourse.






25. The quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author






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






27. The dictionary definition of a word.






28. 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






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






30. A term for the title character of a work of literature.






31. The works considered the most important in a national literature or period; works widely read and studied.






32. A structure that provides a premise or setting for a narrative or other discourse.






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






34. A matter discussed in the first person has this






35. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






37. Deriving from the orderly qualities of ancient Greek and Roman culture; implies formality - objectivity - simplicity - and restraint.






38. A word to which a pronoun refers.






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






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






41. Anything that stands for or represents something else






42. A feeling of association or identification with an object or person.






43. An appeal based on logic or reason






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






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






46. A narrative poem that tells of the adventures and exploits of a hero.






47. An observer uses this






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






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






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







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