AP notes (41-44)

Question 1

Adage

Answer 1

short, pointed and memorable saying based on facts, and is considered a veritable truth by the majority of people.

Question 2

pedantic

Answer 2

someone who is concerned with precision, formalism, accuracy, minute details in order to make an arrogant show of learning

Question 3

Flippant

Answer 3

lacking proper respect or seriousness. Often associated with the impatience of youth

Question 4

Evocative

Answer 4

the use of language that “suggests” meanings other than the denotation. Language that connects the emotions of feelings not associated with the actual meaning of the word.