WorksheetsAP First Semester Final Review
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 1hrs 5mins
What type of story is “The Lottery?”
Comedy
Drama
Satire
Define Satire
when words express something contrary to truth or someone says the opposite of what they really feel or mean.
the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices.
the feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt.
Define Verbal Irony
when words express something contrary to truth or someone says the opposite of what they really feel or mean.
publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm.
the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices,
Define Scorn
the feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt.
contemptuous ridicule or mockery.
publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm.
Define Lampoon
a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid.
publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm.
the feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt.
Define Derision
the use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
contemptuous ridicule or mockery.
Define Colloquial
special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand.
a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid.
(of language) used in ordinary or familiar conversation; not formal or literary.
Define Repetition
the action of repeating something that has already been said or written.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.
Define Alliteration
a punctuation mark used to indicate either possession
the occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.
difficult to understand; obscure.
Define Hyperbole
a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought.
difficult to understand; obscure.
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
Define Consonance
agreement or compatibility between opinions or actions.
leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.
in poetry, the repetition of the sound of a vowel or diphthong in non-rhyming stressed syllables near enough to each other for the echo to be discernible.
Define Voice
an attitude of a writer toward a subject or an audience.
a pithy observation that contains a general truth, such as, “if it ain't broke, don't fix it.”.
the individual style in which a certain author writes his or her works.
Define Aphorism
a pithy observation that contains a general truth, such as, “if it ain't broke, don't fix it.”.
the practice of beginning an epic or other narrative by plunging into a crucial situation that is part of a related chain of events; the situation is an extension of previous events and will be developed in later action.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
Define Oxymoron
a feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
a figure of speech in which apparently contradictory terms appear in conjunction
Define Metaphor
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
knowing everything.
a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.
Define Tone
the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.
the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.
knowing everything.
Define Parody
a harsh discordant mixture of sounds.
the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named.
an imitation of the style of a particular writer, artist, or genre with deliberate exaggeration for comic effect.
Define Onomatopoeia
the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named.
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.
Define Aphorism
a figure of speech in which apparently contradictory terms appear in conjunction
a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.
a pithy observation that contains a general truth, such as, “if it ain't broke, don't fix it.”.
Define Symbolism
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
a figure of speech in which apparently contradictory terms appear in conjunction
the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
Define Rhyme
correspondence of sound between words or the endings of words, especially when these are used at the ends of lines of poetry.
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.
Define Ambiguous
state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of.
a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid.
(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.
Define Allusion
state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of.
an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language.
Define Connotation
in poetry, the repetition of the sound of a vowel or diphthong in nonrhyming stressed syllables near enough to each other for the echo to be discernible.
a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning.
Define Analogy
the substitution of the name of an attribute or adjunct for that of the thing meant.
a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.
a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
Define Inference
a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.
the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
Define Diction
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.
Define Abstruse
a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand.
difficult to understand; obscure.
Define Jargon
special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand.
leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
Define Personification
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
a harsh discordant mixture of sounds.
the attribution of a personal nature or human characteristics to something nonhuman, or the representation of an abstract quality in human form.
Define Foreshadow
a scene in a movie, novel, etc., set in a time earlier than the main story.
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
be a warning or indication of (a future event).
Define Mood
a temporary state of mind or feeling.
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
written composition, is an attitude of a writer toward a subject or an audience.
Define Syntax
the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
written composition, is an attitude of a writer toward a subject or an audience.
Define Didactic
the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
written composition, is an attitude of a writer toward a subject or an audience.
Define Monologue
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
the substitution of the name of an attribute or adjunct for that of the thing meant.
a long speech by one actor in a play or movie, or as part of a theatrical or broadcast program.
Define Metonymy
the substitution of the name of an attribute or adjunct for that of the thing meant.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
Define Flashback
be a warning or indication of (a future event).
a scene in a movie, novel, etc., set in a time earlier than the main story.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
Define Euphemism
a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
Define Assonance
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
is the repetition of a vowel sound or diphthong in non-rhyming words.
a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.
Define Synonym
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
the repetition of a vowel sound or diphthong in non-rhyming words.
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language,
Define Cliché
a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought.
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
Define Cacophony
a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
a harsh discordant mixture of sounds.
Define Omniscient
a harsh discordant mixture of sounds.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
knowing everything.
Define Digress
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.
knowing everything.
Define Apostrophe
leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
a punctuation mark used to indicate either possession or the omission of letters or numbers.
Define Sarcasm
the use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
when words express something contrary to truth or someone says the opposite of what they really feel or mean.
Define Juxtaposition
the use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
Define Medias Res
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
the practice of beginning an epic or other narrative by plunging into a crucial situation that is part of a related chain of events.
the use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
Define Folkiness
very informal; familiar; unceremonious.
the practice of beginning an epic or other narrative by plunging into a crucial situation that is part of a related chain of events.
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
Define Burlesque
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
the practice of beginning an epic or other narrative by plunging into a crucial situation that is part of a related chain of events.
an absurd or comically exaggerated imitation of something, especially in a literary or dramatic work; a parody.
Definition of Protagonist
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Definition of Antagonist
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Definition of Foil
prevent (something considered wrong or undesirable) from succeeding.
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Definition of Narrator
prevent (something considered wrong or undesirable) from succeeding.
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Definition of Speaker
a person who speaks.
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Definition of Direct Characterization
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
the process by which the writer shows the character's personality through speech, actions and appearance.
the way an author or another character within the story describes or reveals a character, through the use of descriptive adjectives, epithets, or phrases.
Definition of Indirect Characterization
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
the process by which the writer shows the character's personality through speech, actions and appearance.
the way an author or another character within the story describes or reveals a character, through the use of descriptive adjectives, epithets, or phrases.
Definition of Omniscient Narrator
a person who narrates something, especially a character who recounts the events of a novel or narrative poem.
the leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
a literary technique of writing a narrative in third person, in which the narrator knows the feelings and thoughts of every character in the story.
the process by which the writer shows the character's personality through speech, actions and appearance.
Definition of Conflict
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; a culmination or apex.
as the parts of a story after the climax and before the very end.
a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
Definition of Climax
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; a culmination or apex.
as the parts of a story after the climax and before the very end.
a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
Definition of Exposition
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; a culmination or apex.
a firm decision to do or not to do something.
a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure.
Definition of Falling Action
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; a culmination or apex.
as the parts of a story after the climax and before the very end.
a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
Definition of Prose
the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.
as the parts of a story after the climax and before the very end.
a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure
Definition of Resolution
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; a culmination or apex.
a firm decision to do or not to do something.
a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure.
Definition of Dramatic Irony
a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
when an audience watching a play understands what's going on in a situation while the characters are unaware of what is happening.
when words express something contrary to truth or someone says the opposite of what they really feel or mean.
occurs when incongruity appears between expectations of something to happen, and what actually happens instead.
