AP English Language and Composition Terms

What is the rhetorical device used when a writer repeats the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences? (Hint: Think of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech)

• Alliteration

• Epistrophe

• Metaphor

• Anaphora

In an argumentative essay, what is the purpose of the counterclaim?

• To summarize the main points of the essay

• To acknowledge the opposing viewpoint and provide a rebuttal.

• To introduce new evidence supporting the thesis

• To ignore the opposing viewpoint

Explain the concept of synthesis essays and how they differ from other types of essays.

• Synthesis essays differ from other types of essays by requiring the integration of multiple sources to form a coherent argument.

• Synthesis essays focus solely on personal opinions without any evidence.

• Synthesis essays do not require any external research or sources.

• Synthesis essays involve summarizing the main points of a single source.

When conducting a rhetorical analysis, what should you focus on in terms of the author's choices?

• Language, tone, structure, and persuasive techniques

• Author's favorite color, favorite food, and shoe size

• Punctuation, font size, and paper color

• Weather conditions, time of day, and author's mood

What logical fallacy occurs when someone attacks the person making the argument rather than addressing the argument itself?

• Strawman

• Circular Reasoning

• Ad Hominem

• Red Herring

Provide an example of a rhetorical device used in a famous speech or piece of writing.

• Alliteration

• Metaphor

• Anaphora

• Simile

How can you effectively incorporate evidence in an argumentative essay to support your claims?

• Use evidence from unreliable sources

• Avoid analyzing the evidence in relation to your claims

• Incorporate evidence by citing credible sources, providing direct quotes, paraphrasing information, and analyzing the evidence in relation to your claims.

• Include irrelevant information as evidence

What is the significance of using ethos, pathos, and logos in persuasive writing?

• Using emojis, hashtags, and acronyms in persuasive writing

• Relying solely on visual aids, repetition, and complex vocabulary

• Including irrelevant anecdotes, personal attacks, and false information

• Using ethos, pathos, and logos in persuasive writing helps establish credibility, evoke emotions, and present logical arguments to effectively persuade the audience.

Identify and explain a common logical fallacy that is often used in advertising.

• Red herring

• Bandwagon effect

• Ad hominem

• Appeal to authority

Discuss the importance of a strong thesis statement in any type of essay.

• A weak thesis statement is better for essays

• A thesis statement should be vague and unclear

• Thesis statements are not necessary in essays

• A strong thesis statement is essential in any essay to provide a clear focus, guide the writer, and set the tone for the piece.