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What is an aphorism?
Classicism reflects the principles and concerns of which ancient civilizations?
Define voice in literature.
The distinctive use of language that conveys the author's or narrator's personality.
What is connotation?
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Explain parallelism in writing.
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What is hyperbole?
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What is a rhetorical question?
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Define rhetoric.
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What is figurative language?
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Describe deductive reasoning.
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What is a syllogism?
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What is an allusion?
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Define tone in literature.
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What is an epistle?
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What characterizes a formal speech?
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Define oratory.
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What does style refer to in literature?
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Study Notes
Key Literary Terms
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Aphorism: A concise statement that reveals a profound truth or observation about life or human behavior.
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Classicism: Represents the principles and aesthetics derived from ancient Greek and Roman art and literature, characterized by simplicity and harmony in form.
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Voice: The unique use of language that conveys an author's personality and perspective to the reader.
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Connotation: Refers to the implied or suggested meanings associated with a word, beyond its literal definition.
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Parallelism: A literary device involving the repetition of similar grammatical structures in a series of words, phrases, or sentences.
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Hyperbole: An exaggerated statement used to evoke strong feelings, emphasize a point, or create humor.
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Rhetorical question: A question posed for effect, not requiring an answer as the answer is either obvious or implied.
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Rhetoric: The art of persuasion, focusing on effective communication aimed at influencing an audience.
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Figurative language: Descriptive speech that employs figures of speech to express ideas or emotions beyond literal meanings.
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Deductive reasoning: A logical approach where a general principle is applied to reach a specific conclusion.
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Syllogism: A deductive reasoning structure consisting of three parts: a major premise, a minor premise, and a conclusion.
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Allusion: An indirect reference to a well-known figure, place, or event from culture, history, literature, or other forms of art.
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Tone: The author's attitude toward the subject matter or audience, influencing how the message is perceived.
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Epistle: A formal letter, often more literary in nature, exemplified by historical correspondence like that of Abigail Adams or Robert E. Lee.
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Formal speech: A speech whose primary aim is to persuade, with types including legal, political, ceremonial, and religious formats.
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Oratory: The skill of effective public speaking, emphasizing the use of persuasive techniques in communication.
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Style: The distinctive manner in which an author expresses their ideas, characterized by unique expressive qualities.
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