AP Lang - Unit 2

Question 1

Absolute

Answer 1

a word free from limitations or qualifications

Question 2

Allusion

Answer 2

a direct or indirect reference to something which is presumably commonly known, such an event, book, myth, place, or work of art

Question 3

Aphorism

Answer 3

a concise statement that expresses succinctly a general truth or idea, often using rhyme or balance.

Question 4

Character foil

Answer 4

Used between two characters whose personalities or backgrounds are starkly dissimilar

Question 5

Euphemism

Answer 5

expressions that soften an unpleasant situation. Writers use euphemisms to skirt around subjects that sound bad and include things like death, sex, money, and politics

Question 6

Oxymoron

Answer 6

When two contradictory words are used side by side to create contrast

Question 7

Paradox

Answer 7

a self-contradictory statement or argument. It presents conflicting ideas and relates them in a way that forces you to wonder if it’s true or not