AP English Language terms "E" - "J" Flashcards
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6418349895 | epistrophe | the repetition of a word at the end of successive clauses or sentences | ![]() | 0 |
6418351472 | ethos | Credibility | ![]() | 1 |
6418353135 | euphemism | A polite or vague word or phrase used to replace another word or phrase that is thought of as too direct or rude (ex: He passed yesterday = died) | ![]() | 2 |
6418357658 | extended metaphor | A metaphor developed at great length, occurring frequently in or throughout a work. This is an implied comparison while an extended simile is explicit and uses "like, as, than" | ![]() | 3 |
6418364239 | fallacy | A false or mistaken idea; an error in thinking | ![]() | 4 |
6418365735 | figurative language | Speech that is not intended to carry literal meaning and is usually meant to be imaginative and vivid | ![]() | 5 |
6418369625 | hyperbole | An exaggeration | ![]() | 6 |
6418371307 | hypophora | posing a query and answering it | ![]() | 7 |
6418399305 | imagery | Description that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste) | ![]() | 8 |
6418406116 | irony | A contrast between expectation and reality; something unexpected based on normal events | ![]() | 9 |
6418431538 | jargon | Specialized language; diction related to a field | ![]() | 10 |
6418431539 | juxtaposition | Placement of two things/phrases/ideas closely together to emphasize comparisons or contrasts (ex: juxtapose the coldness of one person w/the warmth and kindness of another). | ![]() | 11 |
6527762926 | footnote | A note at the bottom of the page used to cite references or give more information. They often help the reader find further information in a bibliography written at the end of the essay/book/article. | ![]() | 12 |
6527773400 | epigram | A brief & witty remark. Often seen in old writings & meant for a light-hearted laugh. Similar to an aphorism, but aphorisms express a serious general truth. | ![]() | 13 |
6527796715 | epithet | an adjective or descriptive phrase expressing a quality characteristic of the person or thing mentioned; often they have a negative connotation | ![]() | 14 |