Vocabulary 26-50

2. A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly, typically someone who has just died
4. A phrase or statement written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone
6. A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands; a thing conceded.
8. A particular form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or social group
11. Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation
12. A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing
14. The characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations
15. A scene in a movie, novel, etc., set in a time earlier than the main story
16. An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning
17. The process of reaching a conclusion by reasoning. Example: "All humans are mortal
18. The repetition of a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses
20. A comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory
21. A word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause
22. A metaphor introduced and then further developed throughout all or part of a literary work, especially a poem
23. The act or instance of comparing

1. A fallacy in which only two options are presented, when in fact there are more
3. A category of artistic composition, as in music or literature, characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter
5. The organization of the different elements of a complex body or activity so as to enable them to work together effectively
7. A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument
9. The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing
10. Intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive
12. A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly
13. The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests
16. A word, phrase, or clause that is necessary to complete the meaning of a given expression
19. The action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed.