Connotation vs Denotation
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9th 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.8.5C
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.
Back
The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.
Back
The word 'disgrace' has a negative connotation, implying shame or loss of reputation.
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CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the connotation of the word 'peace'?
Back
The word 'peace' has a positive connotation, suggesting tranquility and harmony.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the connotation of the word 'war'?
Back
The word 'war' has a negative connotation, suggesting conflict and destruction.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does context affect connotation?
Back
Context can change the connotation of a word based on the situation in which it is used.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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