AP Language and Composition Terms Multiple-Choice Exam

Lacking flavor, vigor, or interest; dull or bland, often used to describe literature or art that fails to engage.

Highly exciting and engaging; full of flavor and interest.

A term used to describe something that is very colorful and vibrant.

A word that means to be very complex and intricate.

The quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness; often valued in communication and discourse.

A state of being secretive and reserved in communication.

The ability to persuade others through eloquent speech.

A form of deception used in negotiations.

To decrease in numbers; to vanish slowly.

To increase rapidly in numbers; to spread or multiply quickly, often used in the context of ideas or information.

To remain constant without any change.

To confuse or mislead intentionally.

Very attentive to detail; hard to please; often used to describe a person who is meticulous or demanding.

Casual and relaxed; not strict about details.

Easily distracted and unfocused; lacking attention to detail.

Quick to judge and criticize; often negative in outlook.

Complaining in a petulant or whining manner; often used to describe a tone or attitude that is irritable.

Expressing joy and happiness in a cheerful manner.

Demonstrating a calm and composed demeanor.

Showing indifference or lack of interest.

Beneficial and helpful

Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way

Easily understood and clear

Promoting health and well-being

Lacking energy or enthusiasm; indifferent or apathetic, often used to describe a person's demeanor.

Full of energy and enthusiasm; eager and excited.

Showing great interest and passion; highly motivated.

Being very active and lively; full of life.

The act of committing a wrongful or unlawful act, especially by a public official, involving misuse of public funds for personal gain.

A legal term referring to the proper use of public funds by officials.

A type of misconduct that involves only private individuals, not public officials.

An act of kindness performed by a public official.

A. Unfavorable; likely to lead to failure

B. Giving or indicating a good chance of success; favorable

C. Uncertain; lacking clarity

D. Detrimental; causing harm

A state of confusion and chaos.

A state of perplexity or uncertainty, especially as to what to do in a difficult situation; a dilemma.

A feeling of joy and happiness.

A situation that is easy to resolve.