Ap English Language Quiz 7 (60 MCQs)

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1. Fill in the blank: ..... is an expression in a given language that cannot be understood from the literal meaning of the words in the expression; or, a regional speech or dialect (e.g., "fly on the wall", "cut to the chase").
2. What city is Mr. Gianotti from?
3. Do use "I believe" or "I think" when writing an argumentative essay.
4. A brief narrative that focuses on a particular incident or event is called an .....
5. The combination 'Description + Cause and Effect' involves describing physical conditions that lead to specific outcomes.
6. The tone of the sentence 'The solution sounds appealing, but it ignores long-term consequences.' is best described as
7. Joan Didion, "On Self-Respect" (1961)"To have that sense of one's intrinsic worth is potentially to have everything:the ability to discriminate, to love, and to remain indifferent. To lack it is to be locked within oneself, paradoxically incapable of either love or indifference." Question:The tone of this passage is best described as:
8. When you address the opposite side of an argument.
9. All of the following strengthen an argument EXCEPT
10. The advice 'wait till the end before you complain' is an example of what?
11. Making a generalization based on specific evidence at hand.
12. What should you do to connect evidence to your argument?
13. What is the strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word, devoid of any emotion, attitude, or color?
14. Which method of development should you choose to clarify a term?
15. A short account of an interesting or humorous incident, intended to illustrate or support a point
16. Fill in the blank:Comparison focuses on ..... ; contrast focuses on differences.
17. What is one of the skills students are expected to demonstrate?
18. Repetition of a vowel sound within two or more words in close proximity.
19. Fill in the blank: ..... is a sentence consisting of one independent clause and no dependent clause.
20. A figure of speech in which the author presents or describes concepts, animals, or inanimate objects by providing them with human attributes.
21. The strict, literal, dictionary definition of a word.
22. The duplication of of any element of language.
23. Fill in the blank: ..... is an apparently contradictory statement that actually contains some truth.
24. Fill in the blank:The creator of the text, whether an individual or entity, is referred to as the .....
25. What rhetorical device is being used?"As a doctor, I am qualified to tell you that this course of treatment will likely generate the best results"
26. A writer who defines key terms early in an argument MOST likely wants to
27. What is the primary method of communication for contacting the eTeacher?
28. The 'circumstances surrounding the message' best defines which element?
29. An object that is used to represent something deeper
30. "Golden years" is an example of a(n)
31. A construction in which elements are presented in a series without conjunctions is called ..... (Example: "They spent the day wondering, searching, thinking, understanding." )
32. Deliberate exaggeration used for emphasis or to produce a comic or ironic effect; an overstatement to make a point.
33. Which of the following is not synthesizing?
34. When the facts 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 work.
35. What should you do if you find a source that contradicts your argument?
36. Which element is crucial for establishing ethos in persuasive writing?
37. An oxymoron is a figure of speech wherein the author groups apparently contradictory terms to suggest a .....
38. Which of the following is a key signal word for contrast?
39. What is a key aspect of organizing your essay logically?
40. Which rhetorical term is defined as:'This term literally means "sermon, " but more informally, it can include any serious talk, speech, or lecture involving moral or spiritual advice.'?
41. The literal meaning of a word is called its .....
42. What does the process of synthesizing entail? Choose the best answer.
43. Which rhetorical device involves the use of characters or stories to symbolize abstract ideas?
44. Which method of development should you choose to show what will happen?
45. What is the first step in approaching a passage for multiple choice questions?
46. What is the main goal of the video presentation?
47. Facts, statistics, and authoritative opinions supporting the claim.
48. Eminent domain, is college worth it, and green energy were topics used for the
49. Which question would best help a reader analyze purpose in a rhetorical situation?
50. Which of the following best describes the argument essay on the AP English Language and Composition Exam?
51. A less harsh way of saying something.
52. Listing reasons is not enough. You also need to find specific evidence to support your reasons.
53. The context of a rhetorical situation refers to:
54. Details that relate to or describe actual, specific things or events are called .....
55. Which of the following best describes 'ethos' in rhetorical analysis?
56. When a writer explains why their provided statistic about climate change is crucial and how it directly proves their claim that policy changes are needed, they are providing:
57. On January 6th, in Latvia, young people look in the direction of a barking dog to .....
58. The recommended time for each essay is .....
59. An exaggeration or overstatement.
60. The narrator is not within the story and presents the thoughts and emotions of just one character, and actions of any or all characters.