AP Running notes (41-44)

Question 1

adage

Answer 1

A short, pointed and memorable saying based on facts, and is considered veritable truth by the majority of people. The became popular from the usage over a long period of time.

Question 2

pedantic

Answer 2

Comes from a french word, pendant, means “to teach or to act as a pedagogue.” A pedantic is someone who is concerned with precision, formalism, accuracy, and minute details in order to make an arrogant show of learning.

Question 3

Flippant

Answer 3

Lacking proper respect or seriousness

Question 4

Evocative

Answer 4

Language that connects with emotion or feelings not associated with the actual meaning of the word.