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AP English Language and Composition Vocab Set 1 Flashcards

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7280156618Alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables .0
7280157817Assonancerepetition of vowels without repetition of consonants used as an alternative to rhyme in verse1
7294520042PathosPersuasion tactic using Emotion2
7294520416EthosPersuasion tactic using Experience or Character3
7294521317LogosPersuasion tactic using Logic4
7294522395MetaphorA comparison of two unlike things.5
7294522695SimileA comparison of two unlike things using "like" or "as"6
7294523799PunThe usually humorous use of a word in such a way as to suggest two or more of its meanings7
7294524578WarrantThe part of an argument that links the evidence to the claim.8
7294526894Claiman opinion or statement that you are trying to prove.9
7294527316EvidenceItems (either tangible or intangible) that help support an opinion or statement.10
7294527981CounterclaimA statement that opposes your own view.11
7294528868RebuttalA statement that helps to disprove a counterclaim and makes your argument stronger.12
7294531347ThesisA proposition by an author that is meant to be proven throughout the case of his or her argument.13
7294536557Persuasionan attempt to influence a person's beliefs, attitudes, intentions, motivations, or behaviors14

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