Connotation and Denotation

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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of denotation?
Back
Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word.
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CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is connotation?
Back
Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.
Back
The word 'snake' when used to describe a person implies deceitfulness.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a word has a positive connotation?
Back
It means the word evokes positive feelings or associations.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between connotation and denotation?
Back
Denotation is the explicit meaning of a word, while connotation includes the implied or associated meanings.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a word with a positive connotation?
Back
The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can context clues help in understanding a word's meaning?
Back
Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word that can help deduce its meaning.
Tags
CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.5.5C
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
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