Español 3- Lección Preliminar- Repaso

Allusion,

A reference to something well-known (like a book, movie, person, or event). Example: "He was a real Romeo with the ladies."

Anaphora,

Repeating the same word or phrase at the beginning of several sentences or clauses. Example: "I have a dream... I have a dream... I have a dream..."

Apostrophe,

When a speaker talks to someone who isn't there or something that isn't human (like an object or idea). Example: "O Death, where is thy sting?"

Asyndeton,

Leaving out conjunctions (like "and" or "but") between parts of a sentence for effect. Example: "I came, I saw, I conquered."

Context,

The background or situation that helps you understand what's going on in a text. Think: What's happening? When? Why?

Exigence,

The reason or urgency behind why something is written or said. What made the speaker feel the need to speak or write now?

Explicit,

Clearly stated and easy to find. Example: "The author directly says that she is upset."

Implicit,

Not directly stated, but you can figure it out from clues. Example: "He slammed the door and didn't speak" (implies he's angry).

Juxtaposition,

Placing two things side by side to show contrast or comparison. Example: Light and darkness used in the same sentence.

Paradox,

A statement that seems like it doesn't make sense, but actually reveals a truth. Example: "Less is more."

Parallelism

- Balanced, Using similar structure in parts of a sentence to make it flow better or sound stronger. Example: "She likes cooking, jogging, and reading."

Pedantic,

When writing or speech is overly academic, detailed, or "show-offy." Can sound boring or too focused on rules and facts.

Periodic

Sentence, A sentence that builds up to the main point at the end. Example: "Despite the snow, the cold, and the long trip, we arrived safely."

Polysyndeton,

Using many conjunctions (like "and," "or," "but") to slow things down or add emphasis. Example: "He ran and jumped and laughed and danced."

Purpose,

The main goal of the writer or speaker. Why are they saying this? To inform? Persuade? Entertain?

Rhetorical

Situation, The overall setup of a piece: who is speaking, who's listening, what's the message, and why now? It's the full picture of communication.

Shift,

A change in tone, style, or focus in the text. Look for words like "but," "however," or a change in topic or emotion.

Symbolism,

When something represents something else, often an idea. Example: A heart symbolizes love.

Syntax,

The way words and sentences are arranged in writing. Short vs. long sentences, word order, punctuation — all affect meaning and tone.

Tone,

The attitude of the writer or speaker toward the subject or audience. Is it serious? Funny? Angry? Sad?