The 55 AP Language and Composition Terms You Must Know (A+ Graded)

Analogy correct answers Explaining something complex by comparing it to something more simple Argument correct answers The combination of reasons, evidence, etc that an author uses to convince an audience of their position Aristotelian appeals correct answers Three different methods of appealing to an audience to convince them—ethos, logos, and pathos Attitude correct answers The writer's personal views or feelings about the subject at hand Audience correct answers Who the author is directing his or her message towards Compare and contrast correct answers Discussing the similarities and differences between two things to some persuasive or illustrative purpose Connotation correct answers The implied meaning of a word; words can broadly have positive, negative, or neutral connotations Context correct answers The extra-textual environment in which the text is being delivered Counterargument correct answers The argument(s) against the author's position Deductive reasoning correct answers A form of logical reasoning wherein a general principle is applied to a specific case Denotation correct answers The literal, dictionary-definition meaning of a word Diction correct answers The style of language used; generally tailored to be appropriate to the audience and situation Ethos correct answers Setting up a source as credible and trustworthy Evidence correct answers The information presented meant to persuade the audience of the author's position Figurative language correct answers The use of language in a non-literal way; i.e. metaphor, simile, etc. Genre correct answers The specific type of work being presented