Connotation and Denotation
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English
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12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of connotation?
Back
The emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, in addition to its literal meaning.
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CCSS.L.11-12.5B
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of denotation?
Back
The literal or dictionary definition of a word.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.
Back
joyful
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CCSS.L.11-12.5B
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.
Back
hateful
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CCSS.L.11-12.5B
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between connotation and denotation?
Back
Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, while denotation refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can understanding connotation improve communication?
Back
By allowing individuals to interpret the underlying emotions, attitudes, and associations associated with words or phrases.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.5B
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some strategies to determine the connotation of a word?
Back
Analyzing context, considering emotional tone, examining usage.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.5B
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
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