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AP Spanish Language and Culture: El Turismo Flashcards

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2404524870el turismotourism0
2404524871los medios de transportemeans of transportation, conveyances, transportation1
2404524872los botessmall boat; rowboat; life boat2
2404524873abordarto board; to get on3
2404524874atravesarto cross (the street)4
2404524875el barco de vaporsteamboat5
2404524876los billetestickets; money bills6
2404524877el boletoticket7
2404524878los camarotescabin8
2404524879el crucerocruise, cruiser, cruise ship9
2404524880desembarcarto disembark; to get off; to go ashore10
2404524881los muellesdock, wharf, quay, pier11
2404524882la navegaciónnavigation, sailing12
2404524883las navesship, boat, vessel; airplane, plane13
2404524884la piscinapool, swimming pool14
2404524885los avionesplane, airplane, aircraft15
2404524886abrocharseto fasten up16
2404524887el aeromozoflight attendant; air steward, stewardess17
2404524888el asientoseat; post18
2404524889el aterrizajelanding19
2404524890aterrizarto land; to touch down20
2404524891la azafataflight attendant; stewardess21
2404524892la cabina(airplane) cockpit; (truck) cabin22
2404524893despegarto take off; to lift off; to blast off23
2404524894el despeguetakeoff24
2404524895la escalalayover; stop25
2404524896el vueloflight26
2404524897la parada(bus) stop; (taxi) stand; (football) save; (baseball) catch27
2404524898los cochescar, automobile, motor car; (rail) car, carriage, coach28
2404524899alquilado/arented; hired; chartered29
2404524900el autobúsbus30
2404524901el carnetidentity card, ID card31
2404524902los cinturonesseatbelt; beltway32
2404524903los frenosbrakes33
2404524904el taxitaxi, cab34
2404524905el volantesteering wheel35
2404524906los trenestrain; landing gear36
2404524907el andénpavement; sidewalk37
2404524908la estaciónstation, terminal, bus depot38
2404524909ferroviario/arailwayman, railway worker39
2404524910el metrosubway40
2404524911los modismosidiom41
2404524912hacer colaLos pobres tienen que "hacer cola" antes de la aduana. The poor have to queue (line up) before customs. to line up; to form a line; to wait in line42
2404524913justoLa agencia de viajes está "justo" al lado de la estación de trenes. The travel agency is right next to the train station. right43
2404524914divertirseLos pasajeros "se divierten" conversando y contando chistes. The passengers have fun talking and telling jokes. to have fun; to have a good time; amuse yourself44
2404524915pasarlo bienLos hijos de los pasajeros también "lo pasan bien" conversando y contando chistes. The children of the passengers also have a good time talking and telling jokes. to have a good time45
2404524916pasar un buen ratoMientras tanto los agentes de viaje "pasan un buen rato" ahorrando y contando su dinero. Meanwhile travel agents have a good time saving and counting his money. to have a good time46
2404524917juegos de palabraspuns47
2404524918enterarseSiempre "me entero" de la situación. I always hear about the situation. to find out48
2404524919enterrarLos parientes del viejo coronel lo "entierran" hoy. Relatives bury the old colonel today. to bury; to cover up; to cover49
2404524920pretenderLos buenos estudiantes siempre "pretenden" estudiar duro todos. Good students always intended to study hard everyone. to intend(?); to hope; to expect; to claim50
2404524921aparentarYo sé que José es culpable aunque él "aparenta" no saber nada del caso. I know that Joseph is guilty even though he pretends not to know anything about the case. to feign; to pretend51
2404524922un belloEs "un bello" arte saber participar en las bellas artes. It's a beautiful art knowing participate in the arts. beautiful52
2404524923las bellaEs un bello arte saber participar en "las bellas" artes. It's a beautiful art knowing participate in the arts. beauty53
2404524924despedirseCuando nuestro amigo "se despida" de nosotros, le daremos una fiesta de bienvenida que nunca olvidará. When our friend goodbye to us, we will give a welcome party will never forget. to say goodbye; to bid farewell; to see off54
2404524925bienvenidaCuando nuestro amigo se despida de nosotros, le daremos una fiesta de "bienvenida" que nunca olvidará. When our friend goodbye to us, we will give a welcome party will never forget. welcome55
2404524926a principios deMi amigo Juan sale "a principios de" enero, mi hermana se marcha a mediados del mes y yo a fines del mismo mes. My friend John out in early January, my sister up in mid and late November. at the beginning of56
2404524927a mediados delMi amigo Juan sale a principios de enero, mi hermana se marcha "a mediados del" mes y yo a fines del mismo mes. My friend John out in early January, my sister up in mid and late November. mid57
2404524928a fines delMi amigo Juan sale a principios de enero, mi hermana se marcha a mediados del mes y yo "a fines del" mismo mes. My friend John out in early January, my sister up in mid and late November. late58
2404524929Conozco al viajero por las maletas.I know the traveler from the luggage.59
2404524930para llevarto take away60
2404524931la brújulacompass61
2404524932los boletos de ida y vueltatickets (the long phrase)62
2404524933los folletos de informacióninformation leaflets63
2404524934el maletín de cueroleather briefcase; leather suitcase64
2404524935los mapas de carreterasroad maps65
2404524936la mochilabook bag, backpack, shoulder bag66
2404524937el pasaportepassport; ticket67
2404524938el plano de la ciudadcity map68
2404524939los personasperson (people)69
2404524940el/la guíaguide70
2404524941los pasajeros/aspassengers71
2404524942los pilotospilots72
2404524943los policíaspolice73
2404524944los/las turistastourists74
2404524945lugares turísticostourist place75
2404524946las aldeas pintorescaspicturesque villages76
2404524947los barrios de diferentes grupos étnicosneighborhoods of different ethnic groups77
2404524948la capital cultural del paíscultural capital78
2404524949las fuentes iluminadasilluminated sources79
2404524950las ruinas indígenasIndian ruins80
2404524951las islas aisladasisolated islands81
2404524952los jardines ornamentalesornamental gardens82
2404524953los parques históricoshistoric parks83
2404524954las avenidas peatonalespedestrian avenues84
2404524955las plazas majestuosasmajestic squares85
2404524956las oficinas de turismotourist offices86
2404524957preparativospreparations87
2404524958ir al ayuntamiento por los documentosto go to city hall for documents88
2404524959recibir una vacunato get a vaccination89
2404524960hacer las maletasto pack your bags90
2404524961poner boletos, mapas y pasaporte en el maletínto put tickets, maps and passport in a suitcase91
2404524962los placeres de viajarpleasures of traveling92
2404524963ir de comprasto go shopping93
2404524964visitar los cuadernos en el museoto visit the notebooks (ship logs) in the museum94
2404524965experimentar costumbres y culturas distintasto experience different customs and cultures95
2404524966compartir nuevos descubrimientosto share new discoveries96
2404524967volar a lugares exóticosto fly to exotic places97
2404524968sacar fotosto take pictures98
2404524969aprender otro idiomato learn another language99
2404524970visitar la óperato visit the opera100
2404524971apreciar los paisajes pintorescosto appreciate the picturesque scenery101
2404524972los disgustos de viajardislikes of traveling102
2404524973aguantar las demorasto endure delays103
2404524974estar desorientado/adisoriented104
2404524975extrañar a los amigosto surprise friends105
2404524976tratar a los mendigos agresivosto treat aggressive beggars106
2404524977contagiar el paludismoto spread malaria107
2404524978protegerse de los carteristasto protect yourself from pickpockets108
2404524979el avión; el aeroplanoairplane109
2404524980el escúter; la vespascooter; moped110
2404524981la motocicletamotorcycle111
2404524982la caminatahike112
2404524983hacer footing; correrrun or jog113
2404524984el coche; el carrocar114
2404524985descansar en la playa? leer el periódico? tomar el sol?lounge on the beach? read the newspaper? sun tan?115
2404524986el aeropuertoairport116
2404524987la camionetatruck (pick-up)117
2404524988la tren; el monorraíl; el monocarriltrain? monorail?118
2404524989pescar?fishing? fly fishing?119
2404524990los deportespescar a mosca120
2404524991echar de menos a"Echo de menos a" los beisbolistas de mi infancia. Cuanto más yo seguía sus carreras, más estos aletas se hacían héroes en mi imaginación. Me volvía loco por ellos porque llegaban a ser más grandes que la vida. Recuerdo que me puse enojado con mis padres cuando no me permitieron ir a verlos. I miss my childhood baseball players. The more I followed their careers, plus these fins became heroes in my imagination. It drove me crazy for them because they were becoming larger than life. I remember I got angry with my parents when not let me go see them. to miss121
2404524992cuanto másEcho de menos a los beisbolistas de mi infancia. "Cuanto más" yo seguía sus carreras, más estos aletas se hacían héroes en mi imaginación. Me volvía loco por ellos porque llegaban a ser más grandes que la vida. Recuerdo que me puse enojado con mis padres cuando no me permitieron ir a verlos. I miss my childhood baseball players. The more I followed their careers, plus these fins became heroes in my imagination. It drove me crazy for them because they were becoming larger than life. I remember I got angry with my parents when not let me go see them. the more122
2404524993másEcho de menos a los beisbolistas de mi infancia. Cuanto más yo seguía sus carreras, "más" estos aletas se hacían héroes en mi imaginación. Me volvía loco por ellos porque llegaban a ser más grandes que la vida. Recuerdo que me puse enojado con mis padres cuando no me permitieron ir a verlos. I miss my childhood baseball players. The more I followed their careers, plus these fins became heroes in my imagination. It drove me crazy for them because they were becoming larger than life. I remember I got angry with my parents when not let me go see them. more123
2404524994hacerseEcho de menos a los beisbolistas de mi infancia. Cuanto más yo seguía sus carreras, más estos aletas "se hacían" héroes en mi imaginación. Me volvía loco por ellos porque llegaban a ser más grandes que la vida. Recuerdo que me puse enojado con mis padres cuando no me permitieron ir a verlos. I miss my childhood baseball players. The more I followed their careers, plus these fins became heroes in my imagination. It drove me crazy for them because they were becoming larger than life. I remember I got angry with my parents when not let me go see them. to become124
2404524995volverseEcho de menos a los beisbolistas de mi infancia. Cuanto más yo seguía sus carreras, más estos aletas se hacían héroes en mi imaginación. "Me volvía" loco por ellos porque llegaban a ser más grandes que la vida. Recuerdo que me puse enojado con mis padres cuando no me permitieron ir a verlos. I miss my childhood baseball players. The more I followed their careers, plus these fins became heroes in my imagination. It drove me crazy for them because they were becoming larger than life. I remember I got angry with my parents when not let me go see them. to turn; to become; to get; to go125
2404524996llegar a serEcho de menos a los beisbolistas de mi infancia. Cuanto más yo seguía sus carreras, más estos aletas se hacían héroes en mi imaginación. Me volvía loco por ellos porque "llegaban a ser" más grandes que la vida. Recuerdo que me puse enojado con mis padres cuando no me permitieron ir a verlos. I miss my childhood baseball players. The more I followed their careers, plus these fins became heroes in my imagination. It drove me crazy for them because they were becoming larger than life. I remember I got angry with my parents when not let me go see them. to become126
2404524997ponerseEcho de menos a los beisbolistas de mi infancia. Cuanto más yo seguía sus carreras, más estos aletas se hacían héroes en mi imaginación. Me volvía loco por ellos porque llegaban a ser más grandes que la vida. Recuerdo que "me puse" enojado con mis padres cuando no me permitieron ir a verlos. I miss my childhood baseball players. The more I followed their careers, plus these fins became heroes in my imagination. It drove me crazy for them because they were becoming larger than life. I remember I got angry with my parents when not let me go see them. to set; to put yourself127
2404524998en realidad"En realidad" estudia más actualmente de lo que estudiaba en el pasado. Actually studying more now than studying in the past. in reality128
2404524999actualmenteEn realidad estudia más "actualmente" de lo que estudiaba en el pasado. Actually studying more now than studying in the past. at present; presently; currently129
2404525000valienteEl toro "valiente" se puso muy bravo al ver el capote del matador. The brave bull was too rough to see the cloak matador. courageous; brave; valiant130
2404525001bravoEl toro valiente se puso muy "bravo" al ver el capote del matador. The brave bull was too rough to see the cloak matador. brave; valiant131
2404525002darse cuentaEl estudiante "se dio cuenta" de que su equipo no había realizado su meta de marcar un gol más que el año pasado. The student realized that his team had not realized its goal to score a goal more than last year. to realize; to become aware132
2404525003haber realizadoEl estudiante se dio cuenta de que su equipo no "había realizado" su meta de marcar un gol más que el año pasado. The student realized that his team had not realized its goal to score a goal more than last year. to have made; to have realized133
2404525004el/la atletaathlete134
2404525005ágilagile; nimble; flexible135
2404525006agresivo/aagressive136
2404525007apasionado/apassionate137
2404525008fuertestrong; resilient138
2404525009hábilgood at something; skilled139
2404525010los profesionalesprofessionals140
2404525011el patrocinadorsponsor; patron141
2404525012el cazatalentosrecruiter; talent scout142
2404525013la ligaleague143
2404525014el atletismotrack and field144
2404525015la carrerarace145
2404525016corredor(a)runner146
2404525017correrto run147
2404525018el lanzamiento de discodiscus throw148
2404525019el lanzamiento de jabalinajavelin149
2404525020el lanzamiento de pesoshot put150
2404525021la pistatrack151
2404525022el salto de alturahigh jump152
2404525023para ponerse en formato get fit153
2404525024estirar todo el cuerpoto stretch the entire body154
2404525025hacer las lagartijasto do push-ups (lizards)155
2404525026hacer los abdominalesto do abs156
2404525027hacer mucho esfuerzoto make much effort157
2404525028levantar pesasweightlifting158
2404525029el entrenamiento mentalmental training159
2404525030aguantar el dolorto put up with pain160
2404525031manifestar orgulloto express pride161
2404525032mantener buen espírituto maintain good spirit162
2404525033mostrar corajecoraje (masculino) to show courage163
2404525034tener much ánimoto have a lot of ecouragement164
2404525035el béisbolbaseball165
2404525036el boxeoboxing166
2404525037el buceodiving167
2404525038el ciclismocycling168
2404525039el esquískii169
2404525040el hockey sobre hieloice hockey170
2404525041la luchafight171
2404525042la nataciónswimming172
2404525043el tenistennis173
2404525044el tiroshot, gunshot; throw174
2404525045las accionesactions175
2404525046batear un jonrónto hit a home run176
2404525047golpearto hit; to knock; to punch; to beat up177
2404525048bucearto swim underwater; to dive; to scuba dive178
2404525049pedalearto pedal179
2404525050esquiarto skii180
2404525051patinarto ice skate181
2404525052lucharto fight182
2404525053nadarto swim183
2404525054pegar la pelotato hit a ball184
2404525055tirarto throw185
2404525056el equipoteam186
2404525057el bateto bat187
2404525058los guantesgloves188
2404525059los tanquestanks189
2404525060la bicicletabicycle190
2404525061los esquíesskis191
2404525062el palogolf club192
2404525063el talentotalent193
2404525064el bañadorswimsuit194
2404525065la raquetaracquet195
2404525066el riflerifle196
2404525067las instalacionesfacilities197
2404525068el estadiostadium198
2404525069el ringwrestling ring199
2404525070el marsea; ocean200
2404525071la montañamountain201
2404525072el gimnasiogymnasium202
2404525073la canchacourt203
2404525074el campofield; golf course204
2404525075el fútbolsoccer205
2404525076los delanterosforwards206
2404525077el balónball207
2404525078la defensadefense208
2404525079los medio campistasmidfielders209
2404525080meter un golto score a goal210
2404525081la porteríagoal211
2404525082adversarioopposing212
2404525083el/la árbitro/areferee; umpire213
2404525084el/la capitáncaptain214
2404525085el campeonatochampionship; competition; tournament215
2404525086entrenarsecoach; drill216
2404525087los partidosgame; competition; match217
2404525088la práticapractice218
2404525089los torneostournament219
2404525090el baloncestobasketball220
2404525091el cestobasket221
2404525092cogerto take222
2404525093encestarto throw into the basket; to score a basket; to score a goal223
2404525094lanzarto launch into the air; to throw224
2404525095el campeón/ la campeonachampion225
2404525096ganarto win226
2404525097el/la ganador(a)winner227
2404525098el éxitosuccess; win228
2404525099el/la triunfador(a)winner; victor229
2404525100el triunfowin; victory230
2404525101vencerto beat; to defeat231
2404525102la victoriavictory232
2404525103La Copa MundialThe World Cup233
2404525104El campeonatoThe Championships234

Week 6 AP Language Flashcards

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5455711758Prevalentwidespread in a particular area at a particular time0
5455713574Delineatedescribe or portray (something) precisely1
5455713575Partialfavoring one side in a dispute above the other2
5455715513Concisegiving a lot of information clearly and in a few words3
5455720172Elucidatemake (something, such as an idea) clear4
5455723686Resignedaccept that something undesirable cannot be avoided5
5455726018Expedientconvenient and impractical, although impossibly improper or immoral6
5455726019Scrutinycritical observation or examination7
5455731052Dismissorder or allow to leave8
5455734035Quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation9

AP Language and Composition Terms Flashcards

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5989762114Ad hominem argumentArgument that appeals to emotion rather than reason, to feeling rather than intellect0
5989762115AllegoryThe device of using character and/or story elements symbolically to represent an abstraction in addition to the literal meaning. i.e. Animal Farm characters; The Crucible1
5989762116AlliterationThe repetition of sounds, especially initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words2
5989762117AllusionA direct or indirect reference to something which is presumably commonly known, such as an event, book, myth, place, or work or art purpose: writer does not have to elaborate3
5989762118AmbiguityThe multiple meanings, either intentional or unintentional, of a word, phrase, sentence, or passage4
5989762119AnalogyA similarity or comparison between two different things or the relationship between them; using something well known to help explain something not as well known. (similar to simile)5
5989762120AntecedentThe word, phrase, or clause referred to by a pronoun.6
5989762121AphorismA terse statement of known authorship which expresses a general truth or moral principle; a memorable summation of the author's point7
5989762122ApostropheA figure of speech that directly addresses an absent or imaginary person or personified abstraction, such as liberty or love and adds familiarity or emotion intensity8
5989762123AtmosphereThe emotional mood created by the entirety of a literary work, established partly by the setting and partly by the author's choice of objects that are described.9
5989762124ClauseA grammatical unit that contains both a subject and a verb.10
5989762125ColloquialThe use of slang or in formalities in speech or writing. Gives work a conversational, familiar tone. Often used to express regional or local dialects11
5989762126ConceitA fanciful expression, usually in the form of an extended metaphor or surprising analogy between seemingly dissimilar objects; displays intellectual cleverness due to the unusual comparison12
5989762127ConnotationThe nonliteral, associative meaning of a word; the implied, suggested meaning13
5989762128DenotationThe strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word, devoid of any emotion, attitude, or color14
5989762129DictionRelated to style, refers to the writer's word choice15
5989762130DidacticMeaning "teaching", it has the primary aim of teaching or instructing, especially of moral or ethical principles16
5989762131EuphemismA more agreeable or less offensive substitute for generally unpleasant words or concepts. Can be used to adhere to standards of social or political correctness, or to add humor or ironic understatement17
5989762132Extended metaphorA metaphor developed at great length, occurring frequently in or throughout a work18
5989762133Figurative languageWriting or speech that is not intended to carry literal meaning and is usually meant to be imaginative and vivid19
5989762134Figure of speechA device used to produce figurative language, Many compare dissimilar things20
5989762135Generic conventionsThis term describes traditions for each genre and helps define each genre. For example, they differentiate between an essay and journalistic writing and an autobiography and political writing21
5989762136GenreThe major category into which a literary work fits. The basic divisions of literature are prose, poetry , and drama22
5989762137HomilyThis term literally means "sermon" but more informally, it can include any serious talk, speech, or lecture involving moral or spiritual advice23
5989762138HyperboleA figure of speech using deliberate exaggeration or overstatement for emphasis24
5989762139ImageryThe sensory details or figurative language used to describe, arouse emotion, or represent abstractions. On a physical level, uses terms related to the five senses25
5989762140InferenceTo draw reasonable conclusion from the information presented26
5989762141InvectiveAn emotionally violent, verbal denunciation or attack using strong, abusive language27
5989762142IronyThe contrast between what is stated explicitly and what is really meant; the difference between what appears to be and what actually is true28
5989762143Verbal ironyThe words literally state the opposite of the writers or speakers true meaning29
5989762144Situational ironyEvents turn out the opposite of what was expected30
5989762145Dramatic ironyFacts or events are unknown to a character in a play or piece of fiction but known to the reader, audience, or other characters in the work31
5989762146Loose sentenceA type of sentence in which the main idea (independent clause) comes first, followed by dependent grammatical units such as phrases and clauses. Makes work often seem informal, relaxed, and conversational32
5989762147MetaphorA figure of speech using implied comparison of seemingly unlike things or the substitution of one for the other33
5989762148MetonymyA figure of speech which the name of one object is substituted for that of another closely associated with it. Example: the White House declared instead of the President declared34
5989762149MoodThe overall feel of the writing (created by writer; determined by reader)35
5989762150Indicative moodused only for factual sentences "Joe eats too quickly"36
5989762151Subjunctive moodUsed for a doubtful or conditional attitude "If I were you, I would get another job."37
5989762152Imperative moodUsed for commands "Shut the door!"38
5989762153NarrativeThe telling of a story or an account of an event or series of events39
5989762154OnomatopoeiaA figure of speech in which natural sounds are imitated in the sounds of words40
5989762155OxymoronFrom the Greek for "pointedly foolish" a figure of speech wherein the author groups apparently contradictory terms to suggest a paradox. Example: Jumbo Shrimp41
5989762156ParadoxA statement that appears to be self-contradictory or opposed to common sense, but upon closer inspection contains some degree of truth or validity42
5989762157ParallelismRefers to the grammatical or rhetorical framing of words, phrases, sentences, or paragraphs to give structural similarity; structuring in generally same way to link them all43
5989762158ParodyA work that closely imitates the style or content of another with the specific aim of comic effect and/or ridicule. It distorts or exaggerates distinctive features of the original44
5989762159PedanticAn adjective that describes words, phrases, or general tone that is overly scholarly, academic, or bookish45
5989762160Periodic sentenceA sentence that presents its central meaning in a main clause at the end. This independent clause is preceded by a phrase or clause that cannot stand alone46
5989762161Point of viewThe perspective from which a story is told47
5989762162First-person narratorTells the story with the first-person pronoun "I" and is a character in the story.48
5989762163Third person narratorRelates the events with the third person pronouns, "he, she it"49
5989762164Third person omniscientthe narrator, with god-like knowledge, presents the thoughts and actions of any or all characters50
5989762165Third person limited omniscientPresents the feelings and thoughts of only the actions of all remaining characters51
5989762166Predicate adjectivesOne type of subject complement- an adjective, group of adjectives, or adjective clauses that follows a linking verb Example: My boyfriend is tall, dark, and handsome. Tall, dark and handsome is describing boyfriend52
5989762167Predicate nominativeA second type of subject complement- a noun, group of nouns, or noun clauses that renames the subject Example: "Lincoln was a man of integrity" Man of integrity describes Lincoln53
5989762168ProseOne of the major divisions of genre, refers to fiction and nonfiction, because they are written in ordinary language and most closely resemble everyday speech54
5989762169RepetitionThe duplication, either exact or approximate of any element of language55
5989762170RhetoricFrom the Greek "orator" describes the principles governing the art of writing effectively, eloquently, and persuasively56
5989762171Rhetorical modesDescribes the variety, the conventions, and the purposes of the major kinds of writing57
5989762172ExpositionTo explain and analyze information by presenting an idea, relevant evidence, and appropriate discussion58
5989762173ArgumentationTo prove the validity of an idea, point of view, by presenting sound reasoning59
5989762174SarcasmBitter, caustic language that is meant to hurt or ridicule someone or something60
5989762175SatireA work that targets human vices and follies, or social institutions or conventions for reform or ridicule61
5989762176StyleAn author's sum of choices that he or she makes in blending diction, syntax, figurative language, and other literary devices62
5989762177Subject complementThe word or clause that follows a linking verb and complements, or completes, the subject of the sentence by renaming it or describing it63
5989762178Subordinate clauseContains a subject and a verb but can not stand alone64
5989762179SyllogismFrom the Greek "reckoning together" this term is a deductive system of formal logic that presents two premises, first major and second minor Major premise: All men are mortal. Minor premise: Socrates is a man. Conclusion: Socrates is mortal.65
5989762180SymbolAnything that represents or stands for something else66
5989762181Natural symbolsUse objects and occurrences from nature to represent ideas commonly associated with them I.e. Dawn and new beginnings67
5989762182Conventional symbolsThose that have been invested with meaning by a group i.e. Star of David68
5989762183Literary symbolsThey are found in a variety of literature and are generally recognized i.e. whale in Moby Dick69
5989762184SyntaxThe way an author chooses to join words into phrases, clauses, and sentences70
5989762185ThemeThe central idea or message of a work, the insight it offers to life71
5989762186ThesisStatement that is a sentence that directly expresses the author's opinion, purpose, meaning, or preposition72
5989762187ToneDescribes the author's attitude toward his or her material or the audience73
5989762188TransitionA word or phrase that links different ideas74
5989762189UnderstatementThe ironic minimalizing of fact, presenting something less significant than it actually is. Makes a work humorous and emphatic;A statement that lacks emphasis and is given less force than normal.75
5989762190Witintellectually amusing language that surprises and delights76
5989762191AttitudeA writer's intellectual position or emotion regarding the subject of the writing (related to tone)77
5989762192Concrete detailA non abstract detail asked on essay portion78
5989762193Descriptive detailDetail appealing to the visual sense of the reader79
5989762194DevicesThe figures of speech, syntax, diction, and other stylistic elements that collectively produce a particular artistic effect80
5989762195Languagehow the elements of this combine to form a whole (diction, syntax, figurative language, etc)81
5989762196Narrative devicesThe tools of the storyteller such as ordering events so that they build to a climactic moment or withholding information until a crucial time82
5989762197Narrative techniqueThe style of telling the story, especially the order of events and their detail83
5989762198Persuasive devicesThe words in the passage that have strong connotations hint at this. Words that intensify the emotional effect84
5989762199Persuasive essayAn essay that leads to appeal to the audience's emotion or ethical standards to make them feel or support the author's position85
5989762200Resources of languageAll the devices of composition available to a writer such as diction, syntax, sentence structure, etc86
5989762201Rhetorical featuresRefers to how a passage is constructed. Look at the passage's organization and how the writer combines images, details, or arguments87
5989762202Sentence structureThe type of sentences the author uses; the simple, compound, complex types of this88
5989762203Bathosthe sudden appearance of the commonplace in otherwise elevated matter or style; insincere or overdone pathos89
5989762205Litotes(Similar to understatement) Emphasizes a point by using a word opposite to the condition.90
5989762206AntithesisA structure that places contrasting ideas next to each other.91
5989762207HypophoraAsking a question, then answering it too.92
5989762208Rhetorical QuestionA question that is asked to create an effect, not really to be answered.93
5989762209Procatalepsis(Form of hypophora) Eliminates an objection without asking any questions.94
5989762210DistinctioGiving the definition of a word so that the word isn't taken the wrong way.95
5989762211SimileA figure of speech using "like" or "as" to compare two thing somewhat alike.96
5989762213Eponym(Similar to allusion) Linking the attributes of a well known person to another person.97
5989762214SententiaA quotation or wise saying. Can be a quote from a person.98
5989762215ExemplumProviding the reader with an example to illustrate what the author means. Fictional examples need to be hypothetical.99
5989762216ClimaxOrganizing ideas in writing from least to most important.100
5989762218Chiasmus(Form of parallelism) The structure of two lines are crisscrossed. The beginning of the first is at the end of the second and vice versa.101
5989762219Anadiplosis(Form of repetition) Repeating the last word of a phrase or sentence near the beginning of the next.102
5989762220Conduplicatio(Form of repetition) Take an important word in the previous sentence or phrase and repeats it at the beginning of the next.103
5989762221MetabasisA summary of a previous body of work that allows the reader to move on to a new point.104
5989762222ParenthesisA device that is used to insert additional information into the main body of the writing.Equivalent to the spoken aside.105
5989762223EnumeratioA list of details about something that is supplied.106
5989762224AntanagogeMaking negative things seem not as bad so the reader doesn't feel as strongly about them.107
5989762226AsyndetonLeaving out conjunctions in lists or between phrases, words, or clauses.108
5989762227Polysyndeton(The stylistic Opposite of asyndeton) Deliberate use of conjunctions.109
5989762228ZeugmaLinking unexpected items together by a shared word.110
5989762229Synecdoche(Similar to metonymy) Using part of something to refer to another thing as a larger whole.111
5989762230HyperbatonPurposely arranging words in an unexpected order.112
5989762231AporiaUsed to express doubt about an idea.113
5989762232AnaphoraThe use of the same word or phrase at the beginning of each phrase or sentence.114
5989762233Epistrophe(Similar to anaphora) The use of the same word or phrase at the end of each phrase or sentence.115
5989762234Symploce(Form of parallelism) A combination of using a word or phrase repeatedly at the beginning or end of a phrase or sentence.116
5989762235AmplificationRepeating something just said but adding more detail to it.117
5989762236PersonificationGiving human-like traits to something not human.118
5989762237ParataxisA series of clauses without conjunctions.119
5989762238EnthymemeAn abbreviated, informal structured argument with a major and minor premises, both assumed true, making the audience assume the conclusion is also true.120
5989762239TropeA figure of speech in which words are used in a way that changes their meanings.121
5989762240PolemicAn attack during an argument that hits the opposing point of view.122
5989762241EquivocationA fallacy that uses a word with two meanings but concludes the word to have only one meaning.123
5989762242PhronesisEffects Ethos in making it seem the speaker has the wisdom to judge right from wrong.124
5989762243Red HerringA remark that distracts or sidetracks from the original subject of argument.125
5989762244Straw ManA fallacy that attacks the weaker side of the argument and not the issue at hand.126
5989762245HortatorySpeech or writing that urges or commands the audience to do something.127
5989762246PersonaA voice or mask that is used with acting or speaking that the person uses for a particular reason.128
5989762247AbsoluteA word free from limitations or qualifications129
5989762248AdageA familiar proverb or wise saying130
5989762249ArchetypeA detail, image, or character type that appears frequently in literature and is thought to appeal in a universal way131
5989762250Balanced sentenceA sentence in which words, phrases, or clauses are set off against each other to emphasize a contrast132
5989762251Cliche'An expression that has been overused to the extent that its freshness has worn off133
5989762252ColloquialismA word or phrase (including slang) used in everyday conversation and informal writing but that is often inappropriate in formal writing (y'all, ain't)134
5989762253Complex sentenceA sentence with one independent clause and at least one dependent clause135
5989762254Compound sentenceContains at least two independent clauses but no dependent clauses.136
5989762255loose (cumulative) sentenceA sentence in which the main independent clause is elaborated by the successive addition of modifying clauses or phrases (main clause is at the beginning)137
5989762256Declarative sentenceA sentence that makes a statement or declaration138
5989762257DialectA regional variety of a language distinguished by vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation.139
5989762258Dilemmaa difficult or perplexing situation or problem requiring a person to decide between two equally attractive or unattractive alternatives140
5989762259Dissonanceharsh, inharmonious sounds141
5989762260Elegya sorrowful formal poem or speech about death or another solemn theme142
5989762261EllipsisIndicated by a series of three periods, the __ indicates that some material has been omitted from a given text.143
5989762262EpicA long narrative poem, written in heightened language, which recounts the deeds of a heroic character who embodies the values of a particular society144
5989762263EpigramA brief witty poem, often satirical.145
5989762264Epigrapha saying or statement on a title page of a work, or used as a heading for a chapter or other section of a work146
5989762265EpiphanyA moment of sudden revelation or insight147
5989762266Epitapha brief statement written on a tomb or gravestone148
5989762267Eulogya speech honoring the dead149
5989762268Exclamatory sentenceA sentence expressing strong feeling, usually punctuated with an exclamation mark150
5989762269Expletivean interjection to lend emphasis; often a profanity151
5989762270FableA brief story that leads to a moral, often using animals as characters152
5989762271FantasyA story including elements that are impossible or make-believe.153
5989762272FlashbackA method of narration in which present action is temporarily interrupted so that the reader can witness past events154
5989762273Flat characterA character who is not well-developed, but rather one-dimensional ; he/she has only one or two personality traits155
5989762274ForeshadowingA narrative device that hints at coming events; often builds suspense or anxiety in the reader.156
5989762275Frame devicea story within a story. An example is Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, in which the primary tales are told within the "frame story" of the pilgrimage to Canterbury157
5989762276HubrisExcessive pride or arrogance that results in the downfall of the protagonist of a tragedy158
5989762277Hypothetical questiona question that asks how a respondent might react in a given situation159
5989762278IdiomA common, often used expression that doesn't make sense if you take it literally.160
5989762279ImplicationA suggestion an author or speaker makes (implies) without stating it directly. NOTE: the author/sender implies; the reader/audience infers.161
5989762280Jargonspecialized technical terminology; a characteristic language of a particular group162
5989762281JuxtapositionPlacement of two things closely together to emphasize comparisons or contrasts163
5989762282LegendA narrative story about mythical or supernatural beings or events handed down from the past164
5989762283LimerickA five line poem in which lines 1, 2 and 5 rhyme and lines 3 and 4 rhyme.165
5989762284Literary licensedeviating from normal rules or methods in order to achieve a certain effect166
5989762285Malapropismthe unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar167
5989762286MaximA concise statement, often offering advice; an adage168
5989762287MotifA recurring element, such as an image, theme, or type of incident.169
5989762288MotivationA character's incentive or reason for behaving in a certain manner; that which impels a character to act170
5989762289Mytha traditional story where supernatural characters and events are used to explain a natural event171
5989762290Non sequiturAn argument where claim, reasons and warrants don't connect logically, and one point doesn't follow another.172
5989762291Parentheticala comment that interrupts the immediate subject, often to qualify or explain173
5989762292PathosAppeal to emotion174
5989762293LogosAppeal to logic; facts175
5989762294EthosAppeal to ethics; credibility176
5989762295PhilippicA bitter verbal attack177
5989762296PunPlay on words; achieved through the use of words with similar sounds but different meanings178
5989762297ResolutionAlso called the denouement, this is the final stage in the plot of a drama or work of fiction. Here the action comes to an end and remaining loose ends are tied up.179
5989762298Round characterA character who demonstrates some complexity and who develops or changes in the course of a work180
5989762299Romantic19th century artistic movement that appealed to emotion rather than reason181
5989762300Scapegoata person or thing carrying the blame for others182
5989762301Simple sentenceA sentence consisting of one independent clause and no dependent clause183
5989762302SolecismNonstandard grammatical usage; a violation of grammatical rules184
5989762303StructureArrangement of parts185
5989762304SurrealismAn artistic movement that displayed vivid dream worlds and fantastic unreal images186
5989762305SyllepsisA construction in which one word is used in two different senses ("After he threw the ball, he threw a fit.")187
5989762306Synesthesiadescribing one kind of sensation in terms of another ("a loud color", "a sweet sound")188
5989762307Tautologyneedless repetition using different but equivalent words; a redundancy (ex: widow woman, free gift)189
5989762308TrilogyA group of three literary or musical works that have a related theme190
5989762309Tritecommonplace; overused, stale191
5989762310VernacularEveryday language used in a country or region.192
5989762311ArchaismA word, expression, spelling, or phrase that is out of date in the common speech of an era, but still deliberately used by a writer, poet, or playwright for artistic purposes193
5989762312Authorial intrusionliterary device wherein the author penning the story, poem or prose steps away from the text and speaks out to the reader.194
5989762313IdyllA scene or event of a simple and tranquil nature195
5989762314Socratic ironysomeone pretends to be ignorant to expose the ignorance or inconsistency of someone else.196
5989762315Ironic overstatementwhen a person exaggerates the character of something.197
5989762316Ironic understatementwhen a person undermines the character of something.198
5989762317Melodramaa play interspersed with songs and orchestral music accompanying the action199
5989762318Absolute metaphora metaphor (or figurative comparison) in which one of the terms (the tenor) can't be readily distinguished from the other (the vehicle).Example: "We are the eyelids of defeated caves."200
5989762319Active metaphorone which is relatively new and has not become part of everyday linguistic usage. The audience knows that a metaphor has been used.201
5989762320Dead metaphormetaphors that normally go unnoticed or that are cliché202
5989762321Mixed metaphora metaphor that combines different images or ideas in a way that is foolish or illogical203
5989762322Submerged metaphorone in which the vehicle is implied, or indicated by one aspect. Example: "my winged thought". Here, the audience must supply the image of the bird.204
5989762323Neoclassical dramaNeoclassicism covers the period from the end of the English Renaissance in 1642 to the culmination of the French Revolution and the beheading of Louis the XVI in 1793 - in this type of drama, there were either comedies or tragedies - no combination of the two.205
5989762324Implied metaphorone in which the tenor is not specified but implied. Example: "Shut your trap!" Here, the mouth of the listener is the unspecified tenor.206
5989762325undertonean attitude that may lie under the ostensible tone of the piece. Under the surface, for example, a work may have threatening undertones207
5989762326anecdotea short narrative detailing particulars of an interesting episode or event.208

AP Language Vocab Flashcards

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5040481848confirmation biastendency to view information in a way that validates our existing opinions and beliefs0
5040490478conformation biasEx. Ignoring any news report or opinion broadcasted by Fox News because you usually disagree with the channels commentaries1
5040501864Bandwagon Effectmaking decisions on the basis of the majority opinion2
5040506115bandwagon effectex. assuming that Justin Beiber is a good singer before hearing his music because Emily Ryan (as well as others) wears t-shirts that bear his image3
5040514808wishful thinkingirrational optimism4
5040517771wishful thinkingex. feeling certain you will win the lottery, even if the odds are one in a million5
5040540790framing biaswhen the same issue is presented in different ways, we tend to respond differently6
5040548839framing biasex. glass is half full, glass is half empty7
5040552140clustering illusionwhen data occurs in groups, people often read meaning into this grouping even if it is completely random8
5040574612clustering illusionex. it's rained every Saturday for a month, so it's probably going to rain this Saturday9
5040580737gamblers fallacypeople tend to think that the results of a random event will affect the probably of future outcomes10
5040588266gamblers fallacyex. the idea that lightening never strikes the same place twice11
5040593462halo effectwhen we are exposed to someone with one positive quality, we tend to think there are other desirable characteristics about that person even if there are none12
5040606568halo effectex. voting for the more attractive candidate because "he just seems more honest"13
5040616517illusionary superiorityviewing oneself as better to others14
5040622321illusionary superiorityex. even though Colie has gotten in multiple car wrecks, she still considers herself a good driver15
5040649241self-serving biasclaiming an undue amount of positive credit for a situation and below average amount for a negative one16
5040659777self-serving biasex. taking credit for your daughters good grades, and blaming her bad study habits on her teacher17
5040666287syllogismtype of deductive reasoning; a conclusion that must be true because the premises are true.18
5040676648syllogismex. 1. All teachers assign homework 2. Mrs. Wiseheart is a teacher 3. Mrs. Wiseheart must assign homework19
5040685063anaphorarepetition of the FIRST set of words20
5040688271anaphoraex. "I have a Dream" speech21
5040697287epistropherepetition of the LAST set of words22
5040704213epistropheex. Vanessa is amazing. Emily is amazing.23
5040708703syntaxway author chooses to join words, similar to diction24
5040716045asyndetona string of words not separated by normally occurring junctions25
5040732550asyndetonex. He comes, he sleeps, he goes26
5040734968zeugmatwo or more parts of a sentence are joined with a common verb or noun27
5040739706zeugmaex. I bought her story and her drink ex2. lust conquered shame, audacity fear, madness reason28
5040888789allegoryusing a character or story elements as a way to represent a certain idea29
5040894743allegoryex. having the characters personify hope or freedom30
5040901360antecedentthe word, phrase, or clause referred to by a pronoun31
5040908284antecedentex. when giving treats to CHILDREN and FRIENDS, give them whatever THEY like. they=pronoun children & friends=?32
5040939574caricatureverbal description used to exaggerate or distort (for comic effect) a persons physical features/ other characteristics33
5040975981caricatureex. her eyes were lazers, boring a hole through me34
5040981747euphanismless offensive word for an unpleasant word35
5040984129euphanism"earthly remains" instead of "corpse"36
5040988615paradoxa statement that appears to be contradictory, but on a closer look appears to have some truth37
5040997499paradoxex. jumbo shrimp38
5161515404allusiona direct or indirect reference to something which is presumably commonly known, such as an event, book, myth, place, or work of art39
5161519682allusionex. to be or not to be40
5161536625antimetabolethe words in one phrase or clause are replicated, exactly or closely, in reverse grammatical order in the next phrase or clause41
5161550590antimetaboleex. "The absence of evidence is not the evidence of absence." -- Carl Sagan42
5161561874colloquial/colloquialismslang or informalities in speech or writing. Not generally acceptable for formal writing, give a work a conversational, familiar tone43
5161561875colloquial/colloquialismex. its raining cats and dogs44
5161572825homilythis term literally means "sermon," but more informally, it can include any serious talk, speech, or lecture involving moral or spiritual advice45
5161576152homilyex. A pastor giving a message at church service46
5161585662parodya work that closely imitates the style or content of another with the specific aim of comic effect and/or ridicule47
5161585663parodyex. The Starving Games48
5278368582ambiguitythe multiple meanings of a word/phrase (intentional/unintentional)49
5278379414ambiguityex. I rode a black horse in red PJs50
5278401308antithesistwo opposite ideas are put together to create a startling affect51
5278424850antithesisex. I hope one day my children WILL NOT BE JUDGED BY THE COLOR OF THEIR SKIN but by THE CONTEXT OF THEIR CHARACTER52
5278436944conceitextended metaphor or surprising analogy between seemingly dissimilar objects53
5278446290conceitex. spill the beans, don't steal someone's thunder, dead as a doornail54
5278491150hyperboledeliberate exaggeration55
5278493436hyperboleex. It was so cold I saw polar bears wearing jackets56
5278507088pedanticdescribes words, phrases, or general tone that is overly scholarly, academic, or bookish57
5278507089pedanticex. Sheldon from the Big Bang Theory58
5342685401anadiplosisfigure of repetition that occurs when the last word or terms in one sentence, clause, or phrase is/are repeated at or very near the beginning of the next sentence, clause, or phrase59
5342698355anadiplosisEx #2: "Kinetic energy is also known as the energy of motion. A vehicle's energy of motion doubles when its weight doubles. When a vehicle's weight doubles, it needs about twice the distance to stop."60
5342738307aphorisma terse statement of known authorship which expresses a general truth or a moral principle61
5342738308aphorismEX#1: "I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it." EX#2: "If you always do what you always did, you will always get what you always got."62
5342781038invectivean emotionally violent, verbal denunciation or attack using strong, abusive language63
5342781039invectiveEX: In Henry IV, Part I, Prince Hal calls the large character of Falstaff "this sanguine coward, this bedpresser, this horseback breaker, this huge hill of flesh." Gross.64
5342790673litotesa form of understatement that involves making an affirmative point by denying its opposite. Think of this as the opposite of hyperbole.65
5342790674litotesEX: "It isn't very serious. I have this tiny little tumor on the brain"66
5342800199polysyndetona figure of addition and emphasis which intentionally employs a series of conjunctions (and, or, but, for, nor, so, yet) not normally found in successive words, phrases, or clauses; the deliberate and excessive use of conjunctions in successive words or clauses.67
5342800200polysyndetonEX: "In years gone by, there were in every community men and women who spoke the language of duty and morality and loyalty and obligation."68
5856646508non sequiturA logical fallacy (from the Latin that literally translates to "it does not follow") in which the author states a conclusion that doesn't follow from one or both premises.69
5856661789non sequiturex: I've lived in this town a long time - why, my grandfather was the first mayor - so I'm against putting fluoride in the drinking water.70
5856674019hasty generalizationA logical fallacy in which the author leaps to a generalization from inadequate or faulty evidence. The most familiar example is the stereotype.71
5856689766hasty generalizationEX: Men aren't sensitive enough to be day-care providers. EX: Women are too emotion to fight in combat.72
5856706810either/or reasoning -A logical fallacy that assumes that a reality may be divided into only two parts or extremes; assuming that a given problem has only one of two possible solutions.73
5856706811either/or reasoning -EX: What's to be done about the trade imbalance with Asia? Either we ban all Asian imports, or American industry will collapse.74
5856721084ad hominem -A logical fallacy (from the Latin "to the man") in which the author attacks a person's views by attacking his or her character.75
5856724128ad hominem -EX: Mayor Burns is divorced and estranged from his family. How can we listen to his pleas for a city nursing home?76
5856739444slippery slopeA logical fallacy in which a person asserts that some event must inevitably follow from another without any argument for the inevitability of the event in question. In most cases, there are a series of steps or gradations between one event and the one in question and no reason is given as to why the intervening steps or gradations will simply be bypassed.77
5856739445slippery slopeEX: "We've got to stop them from banning pornography. Once they start banning one form of literature, they will never stop. Next thing you know, they will be burning all the books!"78
5856750766straw manA logical fallacy in which a person simply ignores a person's actual position and substitutes a distorted, exaggerated or misrepresented version of that position. This sort of "reasoning" is fallacious because attacking a distorted version of a position simply does not constitute an attack on the position itself. One might as well expect an attack on a poor drawing of a person to hurt the person.79
5856750767straw manEX: "Senator Jones says that we should not fund the attack submarine program. I disagree entirely. I can't understand why he wants to leave us defenseless like that."80
5967966783apatheticindifferent due to lack of energy or concern81
5967966784cholerichot tempered82
5967982930indignantmarked by anger aroused by injustice83
5967988405patronizingair of condescension84
5967996804sardonicscornfully and bitterly sarcastic85

AP Language Exam Terminology Flashcards

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3181770590antithesiscontrast of ideas0
3181774612caricaturea representation in which the subjects peculiarities are exagerrated1
3181792501deductive sentencereasoning that starts with statement and then evidence2
3181796619inductive sentencereasoning that starts with evidence and then statement3
3181797760ethoscharacter/ establishment of reputation4
3181800577homilyserious speech5
3181810956invectiveabusive language6
3181812449logoslogic7
3181813398parodyridicule of a piece of work8
3181821472pathosemotional appeal9
3181825397claimstates the argument's position10
3181827420repititionduplication of word or phrases11
3181832669rhetorical shifta change in tone with a transitional word12
3181841002satirework that targets vices or follies for ridicule13
3181852626synthesisa combination of two or more ideas to produce a complex idea14
3181858275ad hominemargument that appeals to emotion15
3181870918bandwagondoing the same thing as everybody else16
3181874822begging the questionmaking a statement based on assumptions17
3181882031cause and effectone event is caused or affected by another event18
3181888113false dilemmaa complex issue is reduced to only two alternatives when that is not the case19
3181903869alliterationthe repetition of sounds20
3181909685allusiona reference to something commonly known21
3181914512analogya comparison between two separate things22
3181920906anaphorarepetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of something23
3181924041aphorisman observation that contains a general truth24
3181943592apostrophespeech that is directed to an absent or imaginary person25
3181946544euphemisimless offensive words as a substitute for generally unpleasant words or concepts26
3181958749figurative languagespeech that does not contain literate meaning27
3181981893hyperboleextreme exaggeration28
3181982859imagerysensory details29
3181983937ironyusing language that signifies the opposite30
3181989332metaphordirect comparison without the use of like and as31
3182000174metonymy/ synecdocheusing an object that is closely identified with the term as a substitution of the term32
3182008398onomatopoeiasound of words33
3182028765oxymoronjuxtaposed words34
3182036145paradoxuntrue on the surface but true nevertheless35
3182038829personificationgiving non-human objects human characteristics36
3182047435puna play on words with more than one meaning37
3182055395similiecomparison of two things, using the terms like and as38
3182059631understatement/ litotespresenting something as less significant than it is39
3182618169appositivea noun or noun phrase that renames another noun right beside it40
3182624445clausesomething that contains both a verb and subject41
3182638761declarative sentencemakes a statement, they tell something42
3182644251ellipsisthe omission of a word or words43
3182652682exclamatory sentencecommunicate a strong emotion or surprise44
3182656544imperative sentencemakes commands45
3182664427interrogative sentenceask questions46
3182669444parallelismthe framing of words in order to compare them47
3182683332periodic sentencemodifying elements in the middle48
3182687883loose sentencemodifying elements at the end49
3182697435proseanything that isn't poetry and drama50
3182705417anecdotea personal story51
3182964167colloquialinformality in writing52
3182969265concrete detailspecific examples53
3182969266connotationsuggested meaning54
3182976925didacticinstructive writing55
3182978929denotationdictionary definition56
3182982621dialecta form of language specific to one group57
3182986259dictionword choice58
3182989511genredifferent types of writing59
3182991506jargoninside jokes (words or expressions)60
3182998308juxtapositionplacing two things together in order to emphasize similarities or differences61
3183011481pedanticoverly concerned with learning62
3183013444themethe central idea63
3183014817thesisdirectly express the the author's opinion64
3183018525tonedescribe the author's attitude toward their material65

AP Bio - The Language of Science Flashcards

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2879589408a/annot or non0
2879591489aeroneeding oxygen1
2879591490amphiboth, doubly2
2879592724antiagainst3
2879592725aquawater4
2879593616arthrojoint5
2879594653autoself6
2879594654bitwo, twice, double7
2879623259biolife, living8
2879595987cephalhead9
2879596867chlorogreen10
2879596868chromocolor11
2879597720cidekiller, kill. killing12
2879597721cytocell13
2879598507dermskin14
2879598508ditwo, double15
2879599489ecto (exo)outer, external16
2879600643endoinner, inside17
2879600644epiabove18
2879603005gastrostomach19
2879603006genesisorigin20
2879603007hemoblood21
2879603892herbaplants22
2879604837heterodifferent23
2879604838homoalike, similar24
2879607443hydrowater25
2879607444hyperabove26
2879608335hypobelow27
2879610106intrawithin, inside28
2879611337itisdisease, inflammation29
2879612970lateralside30
2879612971logystudy of31
2879614274lysbreak down32
2879615498macrolarge33
2879616417mesomiddle34
2879617461metermeasurement35
2879617462microsmall36
2879618589monoone, single37
2879655019morphform38
2879655020multimany39
2879658489mycrofungus40
2879658490philialike41
2879659287phobiadislike, fear42
2879660516photolight43
2879660517plasmform44
2879661709podfoot45
2879661710polymany46
2879662599protofirst47
2879662600rhizaroot48
2879663560sublesser, below49
2879664844synthesisto make50
2879664845thermheat51
2879665928toxicharmful, deadly52
2879666720trithree53
2879666721tropheat, consume54
2879667876zoo, zoaanimal55
2879667877zygoformed pair, union56

AP Spanish Language - Artists Flashcards

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3342543830Diego Velázquez - Las Meninas0
3342556928Diego Velázquez - Juan de Pareja1
3342566249Diego Velázquez - Esopo2
3342574810Diego Velázquez - La vieja cocinera3
3342578861Diego Velázquez - Los borrachos4
3342582124Diego Velázquez - La fragua de Vulcano5
3342590729Francisco Goya - Autorretrato6
3342605465Francisco Goya - La familia de Carlos IV7
3342611504Francisco Goya - El milagro de San Antonio8
3342639793Francisco Goya - Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos9
3342646010Francisco Goya - Duquesa de Alba10
3342656109Francisco Goya - Maja vestida11
3342660865Francisco Goya - Maja desnuda12
3342666414Francisco Goya - El burro (los caprichos)13
3342682014Francisco Goya - ¡Que viene el coco! (los caprichos)14
3342705825Francisco Goya - El sueño de la razón produce monstruos (los caprichos)15
3342716989Francisco Goya - El dos de mayo16
3342720764Francisco Goya - El tres de mayo17
3342726848Francisco Goya - Dos viejos comiendo sopa (las pinturas negras)18
3342738409Francisco Goya - Saturno devorando a su hijo (las pinturas negras)19
3343309598Pablo Picasso - Pordiosera arrodillada (azul)No Image20
3343370002Pablo Picasso - La vida (azul)21
3343374293Pablo Picasso - Las dos hermanas (azul)22
3343442291Pablo Picasso - Dora Maar sentada (cubismo)23
3343474224Pablo Picasso - Las señoritas de Aviñón24
3343477938Pablo Picasso - Guernica25

AP Language Test 1 Flashcards

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4977341715Invitational argumentAims not to win over another person or group but to invite others to enter a space of mutual regard and exploration0
4977341716Argument vs persuasion___ is to discover some version of truth, using evidence and reasons ____ is to change a point of view or to move others from conviction to action1
4977341717PropagandaSets out to persuade at all costs, abandoning reason, fairness and truth altogether2
4977341718Arguments to informMain purpose is to inform audience on something they didn't know Presenting specific information to inform readers3
4977341719Arguments to convinceFocuses on the reader, trying to satisfy or convince them that you have thoroughly examined and presented information that merits attention4
4977341720Arguments to exploreUsually show there is merit looking into a subject - that there is an argument to be made Problem exists, reader needs to solve it5
4977341721Arguments to make decisionsClosely allied with exploratory arguments Argue for a particular decision6
4977341722Arguments to meditate/prayPausing to consider or gain peace of mind Writer is hoping to transform something within to reach a peace of mind7
4977341723Occasions for argument: PastForensic arguments: debates about what happened in the past Present evidence from the past to justify conclusions Rely heavily on precedents - actions or decisions in the past that influence policies or decisions in the present8
4977341724Forensic argumentsArguments about the past9
4977341725Occasions for argument: FutureDeliberative argument: often rely on forensic arguments because what happened in the past usually decides what will happen in the future Make some kind of decision (proposal) Try to establish policies or project future outcomes10
4977341726Deliberative argumentsFuture arguments11
4977341727Occasions for argument: PresentEpideictic or ceremonial arguments: to condemn or eulogize an individual, cause, occasion, movement, or state Often held about contemporary values Ethical premises/assumptions widely held by a society12
4977341728Status of argumentsArguments of fact: did something happen? Arguments of definition: what is its nature? Arguments of evaluation: what is its quality? Proposal arguments: what action should be taken?13
4977341729Arguments of factFacts can be proven or disproven with evidence or testimony Concern: if something can be easily proved, it can't be argued14
4977341730Arguments of definitionOften involves categorizing or defining terms15
4977341731Arguments of evaluationCommon type of argument Argument of quality Makes some kind of judgment about the topic16
4977341732Proposal argumentsPresent evidence to show there is a problem; then propose a solution Recommend most viable course of action17
4977341733Stasis argumentsArgument of fact: does global warming exist? Argument of definition: what is global warming? Argument of evaluation: should global warming be a concern to us today? Proposal argument: what action should be taken to stop global warming?18
4977341734Audiences for argumentsMaking a connection to the reader Writers do not write in a cultural vacuum Writers works are influenced by who they are19
4977341735Race Religion Gender Ethnicity Class IntelligenceFactors of an audience20
4977341736Ideal readersReaders existing in writer's mind21
4977341737Invoked readersReaders represented in the text22
4977341738Real readersReaders as they actually exist23
4977341739Rhetorical triangle/ Aristotelian triangleA diagram that represents a rhetorical situation as the relationship between the speaker, subject, and the audience24
4977341740PathosEmotional appeals or appeals to the heart25
4977341741EthosEthical appeals or appeals based on the writer's authority and credibility26
4977341742LogosLogical appeals or appeals to reason27
4977341743Emotional appealsDesigned to appeal to the readers' emotions and feelings Can cause readers to think more carefully about a subject28
4977341744Ethical appealsAs writer, must seem honest, trustworthy, and sincere Look for evidence of character in arguments29
4977341745Who is the author? Is writer an authority on topic/knowledgeable about topic? Is evidence presented full/complete, not slanted to writer's agenda? Does writer acknowledge and address opposition? Are sources documented?Evidence of character30
4977341746Ethical appealsAs author, you must consider Language Organization and structure Sense of authority31
4977341747Logical appealsWriter must provide enough evidence to support claims Test all assumptions and claims Question every source and authority cited Data and information from reliable sources32
4977341748RhetoricThe faculty of observing in any given case the available means of persuasion Thoughtful, reflective activity leading to effective communication, including rational exchange of opposing viewpoints33
4977341749AudienceThose who understand and can use the available means to appeal to an ___34
4977341750ContextOccasion or time and place it was written or spoken35
4977341751PurposeGoal that the speaker or writer wants to achieve36
4977341752Thesis/claim/assertionA clear and focused statement37
4977341753SpeakerA term used for the author or the person whose perspective is being advanced in a speech or piece or writing38
4977341754PersonaThe speaker, voice, or character assumed by the author of a piece of writing39
4977341755AssumptionA belief or statement taken for granted without proof40
4977341756CounterargumentA challenge to a position; an opposing argument41
4977341757ConcedeYou agree that an opposing argument may be true42
4977341758RefuteYou deny the validity of all or part of the argument43
4977341759ConnotationsThat which is implied by a word, as opposed to the world's literal meaning44
4977341760Polemical argumentA hostile argument45
4977341761Classical modelFive-part structure for an oratory, of speech, that writers still use today Introduction Narration Confirmation Refutation Conclusion46
4977341762IntroductionIntroduces the reader to the subject under discussion47
4977341763NarrationProvides factual information and background material on the subject at hand, this beginning developmental paragraphs, or establishes why the subject is a problem that needs addressing48
4977341764ConfirmationMajor part of the text, includes the development of proof needed to make the writer's case49
4977341765RefutationAddresses the counter arguments, is in many ways a bridge between the writer's proof and conclusion50
4977341766ConclusionBrings the essay to a satisfying close51
4977506169Patterns of development: NarrationRefers to taking a story or recounting a series of events52
4977341767Patterns of development: DescriptionEmphasizes the senses by painting a picture of how something looks, sounds, feels, tastes, or smells53
4977341768Patterns of development: Process analysisExplains how something works, how to do something, or how something was done54
4977341769Patterns of development: ExemplificationProviding a series of examples- facts, specific cases, or instances- turns a general idea into a concrete one; this makes the argument clearer and more persuasive to a reader55
4977341771Patterns of development: Compare and contrastJuxtaposing two things to highlight their similarities and differences56
4977341772Patterns of development: Classification and divisionBeing able to sort material or ideas into major categories Writers and readers can make connections between things that might otherwise seem unrelated57
4977341773Patterns of development: DevelopmentDiscussions depend upon definition Different things can mean something different in different contexts58
4977506170Pattern of Development: Cause and effectAnalyzing the causes that lead to a certain effect or, conversely, the effects that result from a cause is a powerful foundation for argument59
4977341775OccasionO60
4977341776AudienceA61
4977341777PurposeP62
4977341778SubjectS63
4977341779ToneTone64
4977341780SenderS65
4977341781MessageM66
4977341782Emotional strategiesE67
4977341783Logical strategiesL68
4977341784LanguageL69

AP Language Terms Flashcards

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4084299662Ad HominemA fallacy that attacks the opposing speaker or another person rather than addressing the issues at hand0
4084299663AllegoryFictional work in which the characters represent ideas or concepts1
4084299664AlliterationThe repetition of consonant sounds, usually at the beginning of words2
4084299665AllusionA reference, usually oblique or faint, to another place, idea, or person from history or literature3
4084299666AmbiguityUncertain or indefinite; subject to more than one interpretation4
4084299667AnalogyThe correspondance or resemblance between two things that are essentially different5
4084299668Faulty Analogypoorly devised, inaccurate or illogical comparison6
4084299669AnecdoteA short story used to illustrate a point the author is making7
4084299670AntecedentEvery pronoun refers back to a previous noun or pronoun8
4084299671AntithesisAn opposition or contrast of ideas that is often expressed in balanced phrases or clauses9
4084299672AphorismA terse statement of known authorship which expresses a general truth or a moral principle10
4084299673ApostropheA figure of speech in which an absent person or personified object is addressed by a speaker11
4084299674AppositiveA word or phrase that follows a noun or pronoun for emphasis or clarity12
4084299675AsyndetonWhen the conjunctions (such as "and" or "but") that would normally connect a string of words, phrases, or clauses are omitted from a sentence13
4084299676Atmosphere (mood)the emotional feeling of a place, scene, or event14
4084299677Bandwagon AppealsA fallacy that urges people to follow the same path or accept the same idea based on popular behavior/opinion15
4084299678Begging the QuestionA fallacy that assumes as true the very claim that is disputed; a form of circular reasoning that is divorced from reality16
4084299679Caricaturea verbal description, the purpose of which is to exaggerate or distort a person's distinctive physical features or other characteristics17
4084299680Clausea grammatical unit that contains both a subject and a verb18
4084299681Coordinationjoining one or more equal grammatical units (words, phrases, or clauses) with a coordinating conjunction19
4084299682Contrastexplain differences in two or more items20
4084299683Colloquial LanguageSlang or common language that is informal21
4084299684Connotationthe interpretive level of a word based on associated images rather than the literal meaning22
4084299685Deductive ArgumentThe process of moving from a general rule to a specific example23
4084299686DenotationThe literal, dictionary defined meaning of a word24
4084299687DictionAn author's choice of words25
4084299688DidacticWriting which has the purpose of teaching or instructing26
4084299689DogmatismA fallacy that asserts or assumes there is only one solution or direction to go27
4084299690Either-Or ChoicesA fallacy that asserts there are only two choices, one positive and one negative28
4084299691ElegyA work that expresses sorrow29
4084299692Ellipsesindicated by a series of three periods; shows that words have been omitted30
4084299693Equivocationan argument that gives a lie an honest appearance; a half truth31
4084299694EthosRefers to the honesty, credibility, values, intentions and authority of the speaker32
4084299695EuphemismA mild or pleasant sounding expression that substitutes for a harsh, indelicate, or simply less pleasant idea33
4084299696ExpositionWriting or speech that is organized to explain34
4084299697False AuthorityA fallacy that offers the speaker/writer's authority as the sole reason for believing a claim35
4084299698Faulty Causalityin Latin "post hoc, ergo propter hoc". A fallacy that assumes one event/action causes another36
4084299699Figurative LanguageAll uses of language that imply an imaginative comparison37
4084299700Footnotesnumbered references within a work that correspond to numbers at the bottom of the page38
4084299701ForeshadowingA purposeful hint placed in a work of literature to suggest what may occur later in the narrative39
4084299702GenreThe major category into which a literary work fits (prose, poetry, drama) (fiction etc.)40
4084299703Hasty GeneralizationA fallacy that assumes as true an inference derived from insuffcient evidence; a stereotype41
4084299704HyperboleA figure of speech in which exaggeration is used to achieve emphasis42
4084299705ImageryA mental picture that is conjured by specific words and associations43
4084299706Inductive Argumentcreating a case by providing specific examples and drawing a conclusion based on the evidence they provide44
4084299707Inference/inferto draw a reasonable conclusion from the information presented45
4084299708Invective (tirade, polemic)an emotionally violent, verbal denunciation or attack using strong, abusive language46
4084299709IronyContrast between what is stated and what is really meant, or the difference between what appears to be and what is actually true47
4084299710Verbal Ironywhen the words literally state the opposite of the writer's meaning48
4084299711Situational Ironywhen events turn out the opposite of what characters and readers expect49
4084299712Dramatic Ironywhen facts or events are known by the audience but not the characters in work50
4084299713Juxtapositionwhen two contrasting things are placed next to each other for comparison51
4084299714Logosthe use of hard evidence and logicial reasoning as a controlling principle in an argument52
4084299715Metaphora figure of speech in which two things are compared directly53
4084299716Metonymya figure of speech in which something is referred to by using the name of something that is associated with it54
4084299717Mood (atmosphere)The prevailing or dominant feeling of a work, scene, or event55
4084299718Narrativethe telling of a story or an account of an event of series of events56
4084299719Non SequiturA fallacy that claims, reasons, or warrants fail to connect or follow each other57
4084299720Onomatopoeiaan effect created by words that have sounds that reinforce their meaning; buzz, hiss, hum, crack58
4084299721Oxymorontwo contradictory words in one expression; jumbo shrimp59
4084299722Paradoxa seeming contradiction that in fact reveals some truth60
4084299723Parallelisma literary technique that relies on the use of the same syntactical structure61
4084299724Parenthetical IdeasA short diversion from the main point of a work62
4084299725Parodyan effort to ridicule or make fun of a literary work or an author by writing a comic imitation of the work63
4084299726PathosA sympathetic appeal to pity or compassion used in an argument64
4084299727Pedantica tone that is overly academic, scholarly, or bookish65
4084299728Personathe character created by the voice and narration of the speaker of a text66
4084299729Personificationa figure of speech in which ideas or objects are described as having human qualities or personalities67
4084299730Point of Viewthe particular perspective from which a story is told68
4084299731Puna play on words69
4084299732Repetitionthe reiteration of a word, phrase, image sound, etc. for emphasis70
4084299733Rhetoricthe art, style and logic of a written or spoken argument to persuade, to analyze, or to expose71
4084299734Rhetorical Strategythe way an author organizes words, sentences, and overall argument in order to achieve a particular purpose72
4084299735Rhetorical Devicesthe specific language tools that an author uses to carry out a rhetorical strategy (diction, imagery, syntax)73
4084299736Rhetorical Questiona question that is asked for the sake of the argument74
4084299737Satireto ridicule or mock ideas, persons, events, or doctrines while making a clear point (unlike parody)75
4084299738Scare Tacticsa fallacy that over-emphasizes possible dangers well beyond their statistical likelihood76
4084299739Selection of Detailthe specific words, incidents, images, or events the author uses to create a scene or narrative; details may be concrete or abstract77
4084299740Semanticsthe branch of language that studies the meaning of words78
4084299741Declarative sentenceassertive- a statement79
4084299742Imperative sentenceauhoritative- command80
4084299743Interrogative sentenceasks a question81
4084299744Exclamatory sentenceexpresses emotion82
4084299745Simple Sentenceone subject and one verb83
4084299746Compound Sentencemore than one subject and/or verb (no dependent clauses)84
4084299747Complex Sentenceone independent and one or more dependent clauses85
4084299748Compound-Complex Sentencetwo or more independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses86
4084299749Loose (Cumulative) Sentencesubordinate structures after the main subject and verb87
4084299750Periodic (Climactic) Sentencesubordinate structures before the main subject and verb88
4084299751Convoluted sentencesubordinate structures between main subject and verb89
4084299752Sentimental Appealsa fallacy that uses tender, heartwarming emotions excessively to distract readers from facts90
4084299753Similea figure of speech that compares one thing with another using the words "like" or "as"91
4084299754Slippery Slopea fallacy that portrays a small problem as tomorrow's slide into disaster92
4084299755Speakerthe narrator of a story, poem, or drama93
4084299756Straw mana fallacy that attacks an argument that really isn't there or isn't the real issue at hand94
4084299757Subordinationjoining two or more unequal grammatical units (words, phrases, or clauses) with a subordinating conjunction95
4084299758Syllogisma form of deductive reasoning in which pieces of evidence are used to create a new conclusion96
4084299759Symbolsomething that represents something else97
4084299760Synonyma word that has the same, or nearly the same, meaning as another word98
4084299761Syntaxthe way words are arranged in a sentence99
4084299762Tensiona feeling of excitement and expectation the reader or audience feels because of the conflict, mood, or atmosphere of the work100
4084299763Themethe central idea101
4084299764ToneAuthor's attitude102
4084299765Transitiona word or phrase that links different ideas103
4084299766Understatementwhen an author assigns less significance to an event or thing than it deserves104

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