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Ap English Language Quiz 2 (60 MCQs)

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1. Which rhetorical appeal is used when an advertisement for an animal shelter shows a sad, lonely puppy to make viewers feel sympathy and want to donate?
2. What is writing or speech that is not intended to carry literal meaning and is usually meant to be imaginative and vivid called?
3. In line 9, "it" refers to
4. What do AP Scorers look on the AP English Language and Composition exam for from student writers?
5. Fill in the blank:The word 'concoct' means .....
6. The way an author chooses to group together words into sentences in order to form meaning
7. What is a statement that seems contradictory or opposed to common sense and yet is perhaps true?
8. Which of the following is a tip for identifying definitions in writing?
9. Making an inference in a text requires a reader to:
10. A point of view that is frowned upon in academic writing
11. PASSAGE 1The primary function of the second paragraph is to
12. A sentence with a subordinate and independent clause.
13. Applying a general principle to a specific situation.
14. Why is the ability to analyze an author's purpose important in today's world?
15. What is exemplification in writing?
16. Which of the following best demonstrates a coherent thesis for the argument essay?
17. Which type of essay on the AP English Language exam focuses on explaining how a writer conveys their message?
18. Identify the rhetorical device used when a writer appeals to the audience's emotions.
19. The grey heron has long, skinny legs, fluffy grey feathers, black eyes, and a sharp beak to spear fish.
20. The advice to 'annotate a text by underlining key words and writing questions in the margin' is a strategy for:
21. What is the primary focus of the AP English Language and Composition course?
22. What is the definition of Irony/ironic?
23. Which of the following best defines chiasmus?
24. Brief reference to a person, event, or place (real or fictitious) or to a work of art or literature.
25. What do we call timed writing number 3?
26. What is the minimum screen resolution recommended for viewing Canvas?
27. An acrimonious divorce is a(n)
28. Which of the following is NOT a reason to use compare and contrast?
29. PASSAGE 2In the opening sentence, the author assumes which of the following about his audience?
30. The author's word choice is known as:
31. Which rhetorical term is defined as:'Differs from hypophora in that it is not answered by the writer because its answer is obvious or obviously desired, and usually just a yes or no answer would suffice. It is used for effect, emphasis, or provocation, or for drawing a conclusionary statement from the fact at hand.'
32. Which of the following best describes the term "synthesis" in AP Language and Composition?
33. Showing deep sincerity; genuine in nature; honest and serious
34. When what the audience expects to happen contrasts with what actually happens.
35. What is the repetition of a word or phrase after an intervening word or phrase called? For example:'We will do it, I tell you; we will do it.'
36. If I have any questions, I can text my teacher using the REMIND app or email my teacher using Canvas.
37. Fill in the blank: ..... are literary techniques used to heighten the effectiveness of expression.
38. Fill in the blank:A central idea of a work is called its .....
39. Fill in the blank:The word 'proffer' means .....
40. The use of irony or sarcasm to critique society or an individual.
41. What is a key component of demonstrating understanding of source material?
42. Fill in the blank:Linguistic tools that use specific sentence structures, sounds, or patterns of meaning to convey complex ideas are called .....
43. PASSAGE 2In the sixth sentence of the fifth paragraph ( "We may ..... do so" ), the author places quotation marks around the phrase "bowl alone" primarily to
44. Which rhetorical device involves the use of words with the same consonant sound close together?
45. According to the notes, what is the final step in the three-read method of close reading?
46. A style of argument which appeals to a shared set of beliefs or assumptions.
47. What is the definition of 'Inference'?
48. Using a sequence of ideas that abruptly diminish in importance at the end of a sentence, generally for satirical effect.
49. What day is the AP English Language and Composition exam?
50. The step of close reading where you ask 'Why did the author choose this word?' (Deeper questions) is primarily part of:
51. How much time will you be given to answer 45 multiple choice questions?
52. A diplomat represents a country abroad, and thus must can deal with others in a sensitive, careful way. Which of the following phrases are NOT diplomatic in tone?
53. What is the main task in the rhetorical analysis essay on the AP English Language and Composition Exam?
54. "An impassioned plea" is a(n)
55. Substituting the name of an attribute or adjunct for the thing meant.
56. Fill in the blank:The word 'surmise' means .....
57. Characteristic of a literary work which attempts to instruct or guide, particularly in moral, ethical, or religious matters; when used to describe literature, it is often derogatory in meaning since it implies a preachiness in tone which overshadows other aspects of the work
58. A short, personal story about a real or, sometimes, fictional event or experience, often used to make a point, illustrate a concept, or add interest and relatability to a narrative or discussion, is called a(n):
59. You do not need to understand the passage to answer questions.
60. What is the purpose of annotating actively?
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