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AP Literature- Literary Terms 2 Flashcards

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3855700015DictionThe choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing0
3855700411SyntaxThe arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language1
3855701193Rhetorical SituationThe reason the writing or argument is taking place2
3855704230JuxtapositionA rhetorical device in which normally unassociated ideas, words, or phrases are placed next to one another, creating an effect of surprise and wit3
3855706553Parallel StructureA grammatical or structural similarity between sentences or parts of a sentence4
3855707147ColloquialUsed in ordinary or familiar conversations; not formal or literary. Example: Imma run to the store or She srsly lol'd at him5
3855709215SatireThe use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices.6
3855712394AntithesisInvolves a direct contrast of structurally parallel word groupings generally for the purpose of contrast7
3855713021DialecticThe art of investigating or discussing the truth of opinions: reasoning, debate, logic.8
3855713544SynechdocheA figure of speech in which a part is made to represent the whole or vice versa, as in a car being referred to as "wheels" or calling a businessman a "suit"9

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