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AP English Language And Composition Basics

Subjects : english, ap
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1. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.






2. A matter discussed in the first person has this






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






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






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






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






7. The resolution that occurs at the end of a narrative or drama - real or imagined.






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






9. Speaking in circles; roundabout speech






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






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






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






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






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






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






16. (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.






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






18. 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.






19. 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.






20. To prove a point or to persuade






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






22. A comedy that contains an extravagant and nonsensical disregard of seriousness - although it may have a serious - scornful purpose.






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






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






25. A word to which a pronoun refers.






26. The perspective from which a story is told






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






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






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






30. An appeal based on logic or reason






31. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')






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






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






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






35. A way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period






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






37. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing






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






39. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






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






46. The interpretation or analysis of a text.






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






48. A mode of discourse in which two or more things are compared and contrasted. Comparison often refers to similarities - contrast to differences.






49. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)






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