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1. Figurative language start learning		Language that uses figures of speech or expressions to convey meaning beyond the literal interpretation.
2. Simile start learning		A figure of speech that directly compares two things using "like" or "as" to create a vivid image or emphasize a similarity.
3. Metaphor start learning		A figure of speech that compares two unrelated things by stating that one thing is another, highlighting a similarity or relationship between them.
4. Anecdote start learning		A short, personal story or account that is often used to illustrate a point or entertain an audience.
5. Connotation start learning		The emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal definition.
6. Denotation start learning		The literal or dictionary definition of a word, devoid of any emotional or cultural connotations.
7. Tone start learning		The attitude or perspective conveyed by a writer or speaker in a literary work or conversation.
8. Ethos start learning		An appeal to ethics or credibility, focusing on the trustworthiness, credibility, and expertise of the speaker or writer.
9. Pathos start learning		An appeal to emotions, aiming to evoke specific feelings or emotions in the audience to support or persuade an argument.
10. Logos start learning		An appeal to logic and reason, using facts, evidence, and logical reasoning to support an argument or position.
11. Tension start learning		A state of heightened anticipation or uncertainty in a literary work, often resulting from conflicting desires, opinions, or situations.
12. Reliable source start learning		A source of information that can be trusted for its accuracy, credibility, and adherence to proper research and reporting standards.
13. Unreliable source start learning		A source of information that lacks credibility, accuracy, or adherence to proper research and reporting standards, making it less trustworthy or dependable.
14. Bias start learning		A tendency or inclination to favor or support a particular perspective, idea, or group, often resulting in a lack of objectivity.
15. Aside start learning		A dramatic device in which a character speaks directly to the audience or to another character on stage, revealing their thoughts or providing additional information.
16. Monologue start learning		A long, uninterrupted speech delivered by one character in a play, film, or other performance medium.
17. Soliloquy start learning		A dramatic device in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, typically when alone on stage, revealing their innermost feelings and emotions to the audience.

S2 English Terms

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