AP Language MC vocab

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Reasoning from specific to general propositions.

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Inductive reasoning

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Regular repetition of a word/phrase at the start of phrases or paragraphs.

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anaphora

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Subject at end of sentence

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Periodic sentence

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Rhetorical device combining opposite ideas for contrast.

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Antithesis

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Means unconnected; a literary device that omits conjunctions while keeping grammatical accuracy.

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Asyndeton

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Polysyndeton

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Repetitive use of conjunctions in quick succession.

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What is a telegraphic sentence?

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A sentence shorter than 5 words.

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Juxtaposition is...

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Placing two things side by side, usually to show contrast.

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A statement that contradicts itself but is true.

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Paradox

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"I can resist anything but temptation." - Oscar Wilde

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It's a paradox