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AP English Language And Composition Basics
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1. The main idea of the story
symbol
theme
euphemism
rhetorical strategies
2. Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
cacophony
rhetoric
epithet
exegesis
3. A figure of speech comparing to unlike things without using like or as
metaphor
anachronism
ellipsis
epigram
4. 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.
carpe diem
fallacy
elegy
epithet
5. 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
antagonist
alliteration
descriptive detail
dependent clauses
6. A question asked for an effect - not actually requiring an answer
abstract
rhetorical question
Dionysian
imagery
7. One who expects and observes nothing but the worst of human conduct.
critique
fable
anachronism
cynic
8. The interpretation or analysis of a text.
critique
antecedent
bathos
explication
9. An analysis or assessment of a thing or situation for the purpose of determining its nature - limitations - and conformity to a set of standards.
denotation
expository
critique
connotation
10. The manner in which something is expressed in words
exposé
fiction
concrete detail
situational irony
11. An excessively favorable opinion of one's own ability - importance - wit - etc.
conceit
ellipsis
paradox
complex sentence
12. In contrast to Bionysian - it refers to the most noble - godlike qualities of human nature and behavior.
diction
genre
Apollonian
eponymous
13. A structural element of a sentence - consisting of a grammatical subject and a predicate.
diction
clause
deductive reasoning
ambiguity
14. A short - pithy statement of a generally accepted truth or sentiment.
logos
aphorism
bard
critique
15. A method of reasoning by which specific definitions - conclusions - and theorems are drawn from general principles.
figurative language
assonance
aphorism
deductive reasoning
16. Pompous or pretentious talk or writing
circumlocation
bombast
descriptive detail
rhetorical strategies
17. A locution that addresses a person or personified thing not present.
apostrophe
symbol
connotation
comparison and contrast
18. The quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author
irony
metonymy
diction
tone
19. The most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression
carpe diem
denotation
deus de machina
rhetoric
20. Form of literature in which irony - sarcasm - and ridicule are employed to attack human vice and folly
classic
satire
epic
bard
21. An idea that is implied or suggested
bathos
rhetorical analysis
connotation
ad hominem
22. A narrative poem that tells of the adventures and exploits of a hero.
refute
harangue
expository
epic
23. A comedy that contains an extravagant and nonsensical disregard of seriousness - although it may have a serious - scornful purpose.
connotation
exegesis
farce
archetype
24. A detailed analysis or interpretation of a work of prose or poetry.
description
antagonist
hyperbole
exegesis
25. That portion of discourse that wanders or departs from the main subject or topic.
digression
arch (adj.)
fable
concrete detail
26. An observer uses this
homily
internal POV
situational irony
external POV
27. The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning
symbol
satire
irony
antagonist
28. In literature - the use of an artificial device or gimmick to solve a problem.
deus de machina
inference
bathos
internal POV
29. The high point - or turning point - of a story or play.
fantasy
inference
climax
figurative language
30. To prove a point or to persuade
frame
fable
active voice
argumentation
31. The suggested or implied meaning of a word or phrase.
Dionysian
climax
first person singular
connotation
32. The dictionary definition of a word.
exposé
ambiguity
farce
denotation
33. A French term for the world of books - criticism - and literature in general.
belle-lettres
bombast
metaphor
paradox
34. Explanatory; serving to explain; N. exposition: explaining; exhibition
classic
fable
bathos
expository
35. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
paradox
bibliography
irony
inductive reasoning
36. Two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction
paradox
personification
compound sentence
rhetorical strategies
37. A list of works cited or otherwise relevant to a particular subject.
circumlocution
rhetoric
bibliography
empathy
38. 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.
symbol
dramatic irony
fiction
exposition
39. A term used to describe literary forms - such as novel - play - and essay.
metaphor
personification
extended metaphor
genre
40. A character or force in a work of literature that - by opposing the protagonist - produces tension or conflict.
extended metaphor
caricature
antagonist
qualify
41. A term for the title character of a work of literature.
Dionysian
adage
eponymous
elliptical construction
42. 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
satire
style
annotation
adage
43. A poet; in olden times - a performer who told heroic stories to musical accompaniment.
bard
allusion
description
frame
44. Conjoining contradictory terms (as in 'deafening silence')
sarcasm
oxymoron
fallacy
argumentative essay
45. Characterized by clever or sly humor - often saucy - playful - and somewhat irreverent.
rhetorical question
extended metaphor
arch (adj.)
description
46. An incorrect belief or supposition based on faulty data - defective evidence - false information - or flawed logic.
ethos
theme
deductive reasoning
fallacy
47. A metaphor developed at great length - occurring frequently in or throughout a work.
fable
diction
extended metaphor
fantasy
48. Representing an abstract quality or idea as a person or creature
exposition
personification
frame
bibliography
49. A grotesque or exaggerated likeness of striking qualities in persons and things.
rhetorical analysis
caricature
red herring
frame
50. To recreate or present with details
dénouement
symbol
circumlocation
description