Connotation & Denotation
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is denotation?
Back
Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, the dictionary definition.
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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.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
3.
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.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a word with a negative connotation?
Back
The word 'immature' has a negative connotation, implying a lack of maturity or responsibility.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does context affect connotation?
Back
Context can change the connotation of a word based on how it is used in a sentence or situation.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the connotation of the word 'delayed'?
Back
The word 'delayed' generally has a neutral to positive connotation, suggesting a postponement that may be necessary.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the connotation of the word 'isolation'?
Back
The word 'isolation' has a negative connotation, often associated with loneliness or being cut off from others.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
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