Ap literary terms crossword puzzle by the lit guy tpt. Allegory story or poem in which characters, settings, and events stand for other people or events or for abstract ideas or qualities. Note that any related adjustments to 2020 ap exams, such as length or content covered. This ten page pdf has 299 terms, which has got to be every term you will ever need to know.
Allegory a narrative or description having a second or symbolic meaning beneath the surface one. Most definitions and examples herein were written by mr. This is obviously true for an ap lit course, so when students write about literary texts, they need to understand that genre of writing. Below is a multiplechoice quiz on literary terms found on the ap literature and composition exam. Literary devices and terms definitions and examples. Figurative language there are several kinds of figurative language, also known as figures of speech, with metaphor and simile being the most common and best known. The crossword has the students match brief definitions of the terms with the terminology itself. Lord of the flies alliteration repetition of the same or similar consonant sounds in words that are close together.
Click on any of the 6 terms below to get a complete definition with lots of examples. Some images used in this set are licensed under the creative commons through. A sudden and unaccountable change in mood or behavior 4. Ap english glossary of literary terms piedmont, ca. If youve ever seen saturday night live, youve seen parody of television, rather than literature. Experts guide to the ap literature exam prepscholar. Try one of the apps below to open or edit this item. The action in hamlet, for example, simply begins with the guards visitation by the ghost and ends with the carrying out of the dead hamlet. They travel to other realms and times through the texts they read and get to understand about their own culture and others. It is friday morning, may 25, and you will be taking the ap english literature and composition exam. Ap language and composition glossary of literary and rhetorical terms this document is available in pdf format by going to mr.
The action in hamlet, for example, simply begins with the guards visitation by the ghost and. It is a generalization about human beings or about life. Moral a brief and often simplistic lesson that a reader may infer from a work of literature 72. See the course schedule or browse the youtube playlist.
Ap glossary of lit and rhetorical terms 1 ap language and. The college board is committed to the principles of excellence and equity, and that commitment is embodied in all of its programs, services, activities, and concerns. Muse one of the ancient greek goddesses presiding over the arts. I will add 11 points 20% to your actual score on this part. A figure of speech wherein the speaker speaks directly to something nonhuman. Literary terms, devices, and elements these are the class room definitions. It is free of slang, idioms, colloquialisms, and contradictions. Metaphysical poetry is characterized by the use of conceits, condensed metaphorical language, unusual comparisons between medicine, love, death, and religion, and complex imagery. An indirect reference to something usually from literature, etc.
Mood the emotional tone in a work of literature 71. This document is designed to help teachers and students of ap spanish literature and culture understand the range of literary terms used in the course. Allegorythe representation of abstract ideas or principles by characters, figures, or events in narrative, dramatic, or pictorial form. Ap literature and composition 20172018 lake nona hs. Students cultivate their understanding of literature through reading and analyzing texts as they explore concepts like character, setting, structure, perspective, figurative language, and literary analysis in the context of literary. By opening this packet, you agree to all of the ap programs policies and procedures outlined in the 201112 bulletin for ap students and parents. Ap literature and composition 20162017 summer preparatory assignment. Alliterationthe repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of several words in a line of poetry. Download the ap literature and composition vocabulary definitions from the attachments section below this text box. There will also be a consistent range of difficulty in the reading passages across all versions of the exam from year to year. However, errors occasionally detract from the quality of work. You will take this part on the scheduled exam day, wednesday, dec. Epithetan adjective or adjective phrase applied to a person or thing that is frequently used to emphasize a characteristic quality.
Students engage in close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. When the two youths turned with the flag they saw that much of the. This is a more direct and preferred style of writing in most cases. Antagonist a character or force in a work of literature that, by opposing the protagonist. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, but rather a representative list of terms that appear in various anthologies and instructional materials for. A p literary terms houston independent school district. Now, lets take a look at the freeresponse section of the ap literature exam. Ap literature terms anaphora the repetition of a word or expression at the beginning of successive phrases or clauses for rhetorical or poetic effect, as in lincolns gettysburg address. Alliteration is a figure of speech in which initial consonant sounds are repeated, often for some intended effect. Part ii will be 54 ap style multiple choice questions.
Allusion reference to someone or something that is known from history, literature, religion, politics, sports, science, or another branch of culture. The ap english literature and composition course focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature fiction, poetry, drama from various periods. Multiplechoice questions 55 questions 60 minutes 45% of total score. This page pdf has hundreds of terms, which has got to be every term you will ever need to know. Literary devices and terms are the techniques and elementsfrom figures of speech to narrative devices to poetic metersthat writers use to create narrative literature, poetry, speeches, or any other form of writing. Learn ap literature terms with free interactive flashcards. Anecdote a short account of an interesting or humorous incident. Sutton allegory story or poem in which characters, settings, and events stand for other people or events or for abstract ideas or qualities. Pdf ap spanish literature glossary of literary terms. The ap english literature and composition exam will continue to have consistent question types, weighting, and scoring guidelines every year, so you and your students know what to expect on exam day. Arnt, rooms a214216 and northern europe vocabulary and. This is the official ap english literature practice exam that was released by the college board in 2012.
Everything you need to know about the ap spanish literature. Ap english literature literary terms sabolcik listed and defined below are literary terms that you will most likely need to know in order to discuss and write about works of literature. Ap english literature and composition is an introductory collegelevel literary analysis course. Didactic literature literature having as a primary purpose to teach or to preach. Glossary of rhetorical terms ap english language and composition purpose. Annotation a brief explanation, summary, or evaluation of text or work of literature 11. The ap literature free response section is two hours long and involves three freeresponse essay questions, so youll have about 40 minutes per essay. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The ultimate ap english literature vocabulary list. There will be one test per week, almost always on friday. Ambiguity deliberately suggesting two or more different, and sometimes conflicting, meanings in a work. A homeric epithetis a compound adjective used with a person or thing.
Vocabulary and lit terms download the ap literature and composition vocabulary definitions from the attachments section below this text box. This alignment is accomplished in two important ways. Plot includes the meaning and purpose of the events. An allegory generally teaches a lesson by means of an interesting story.
The first section consists of multiple choice items, while the second section contains extended writing tasks. Ap lit comp lit terms list 6 the term usually applies to the work of seventeenthcentury poets, such as john donne. Ap literature list of literary terms windham high school. Ap glossary of lit and rhetorical terms 1 ap language. Ap spanish literature and culture 2 x terms for achievement level 3 basic students at achievement level 3 use these terms appropriately in their discussion of texts and can identify a variety of these terms when analyzing texts. Choose from 500 different sets of ap literature terms flashcards on quizlet. There are 3 good practice tests here with some very challenging questions. Ap english literature practice exams ap practice exams. Father of our country and the great emancipator are examples. A good rule of thumb to keep in mind when determining if you can definedescribe these terms is whether or not you can explain them to a reasonably intelligent 12yearold. Literary terms, parody in literature imitates a specific literary work or the style of an author for comic effect, usually to ridicule or criticize that work, author, or style 268. Allusion a reference, explicit or implicit, to something in previous literature or history.
Literary terms diagnostic each term will be used only once,so cross out the words as you go. Section one matching definition to term not cumulative. In a literature course, students are exposed to various texts types but literary texts are at the heart of what is taught. Glossary of literary terms for the ap spanish literature. Knowing these terms will allow you to discuss an authors work at a more sophisticated level as you discuss how an author achieves his or her purpose. Conquering the multiplechoice section of the english literature ap exam depends in part on being able to identify and understand certain essential literary concepts, known in this article as rhetorical terms. Glossary of rhetorical terms ap english language and.
Elegy a formal, sustained poem lamenting change or loss, often involving the death of a particular person, and often ending in a consolation for the loss. When students study literature, they learn to appreciate words and their power. The ap literature exam is a threehour test that includes an hourlong multiplechoice section based on five prose and poetry passages and with 55 questions, and a twohour freeresponse section with three essays. Epic a long, narrative poem, often dealing with heroes and adventures, having an expansive setting, written in. Ap english literature vocabulary terms ap practice exams. The terms are grouped into three categories that represent levels 3, 4, and 5 of the achievement level descriptions for interpretive. The college board and the advanced placement program encourage teachers. We cannot dedicatewe cannot consecrate we cannot hallow this ground. Arnt, rooms a214216 and northern europe vocabulary.
This is a crossword puzzle incorporating 41 different literary elements often found on ap english exams. The ap english literature rhetorical terms defined and described below are only a sampling of the many concepts that could appear on the test. You can check out more pointers, including our ultimate list. Literary terms aristotles types of rhetorical appeals. Section two you will have small reading passages and. Ap english literature and composition teachers guide ellen greenblatt the bay school san francisco, california connect to college success. Make sure you know the material, understand whats being asked of you, and address the prompts directly.
Ap biology vocabulary list this is a list of terms that you should be able to definedescribe. The ap program is a collaborative effort of secondary schools, colleges and universities, and the college board through which students who are enrolled in ap or honors courses in any one or more of eighteen subject areas may receive credit or advanced placement. There is a word bank provided at the bottom of the puzzle, which you may choose to coverup if. Motif a phrase, idea, or event that through repetition serves to unify or convey a theme in a work of literature 73. Glossary of literary terms for the ap spanish literature and. Ap literature list of literary terms d i c t i o n. Apr 21, 2020 these 11 ap english literature testtaking strategies can be of great use to you if you consider them ahead of time and tailor your preparation and studying to them. Literature and composition test is divided into two distinct sections over a three hour period. Analogy a comparison that points out similarities between two dissimilar things 10. We cannot dedicatewe cannot consecratewe cannot hallow this ground. Ap language and composition glossary of literary and.
A s p e c t s o f c h a ra c t e rs a n t a g o n i s t. In a moment, you will open the packet that contains your exam materials. A valuable resource for test prep that will give you practice with real ap questions. A modern example is dudley randells ballad of birmingham.