AP Language Notes 21-40

Question 1

derived from a Greek word asyndeton which means unconnected. It is a stylistic device used in literature and poetry to intentionally eliminate conjunctions between phrases and in the sentence, yet maintain the grammatical accuracy. This literacy tool helps in reducing the indirect meaning of the phrase and presents it in a concise form. Asyndeton helps in speeding up the rhythm of words. Mostly, this technique is employed in speech but can be used in written words, too.

Answer 1

asyndeton

Question 2

the term comes from the Greek meaning “bound together” It makes use off coordinating conjunction like “and”, “but”, “or”, and “nor”. Which are used to join successive words, phrases or clauses in such away that these conjunctions are even used when they aren’t needed.

Answer 2

polysyndeton

Question 3

a literacy device in which a part of something represents the whole to represent a part. Distinguishing between this and metonymy often takes some thoughtful consideration

Answer 3

synecdoche