Maya Angelou's Connotative Words and Phrases

What is the connotative meaning of the word 'freedom' in Maya Angelou's texts?

• Oppression, fear, and inequality

• Weakness, cowardice, and discrimination

• Indifference, apathy, and injustice

• Strength, courage, and the pursuit of equality

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.7.1

Identify a connotative phrase used by Maya Angelou that represents strength.

• unyielding spirit

• stand tall

• still I rise

• rise up

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

In Maya Angelou's writings, what is the connotation of the word 'hope'?

• negative and discouraging

• neutral and indifferent

• confusing and ambiguous

• positive and uplifting

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Find a connotative word used by Maya Angelou to describe resilience.

• phenomenal

• remarkable

• extraordinary

• exceptional

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the connotative meaning of the phrase 'rising above' in Maya Angelou's texts?

• To overcome challenges or adversity and achieve personal growth or success.

• To succumb to challenges and adversity and experience failure or regression.

• To ignore challenges and adversity and remain stagnant.

• To sink deeper into challenges and adversity without any personal growth or success.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify a connotative word used by Maya Angelou to convey determination.

• descend

• rise

• sink

• fall

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Maya Angelou's writings, what is the connotation of the word 'courage'?

• fear and weakness

• cowardice and vulnerability

• timidity and fragility

• bravery and strength

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Find a connotative phrase used by Maya Angelou to depict perseverance.

• never surrender

• keep pushing

• never give up

• still I rise

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the connotative meaning of the word 'resilience' in Maya Angelou's texts?

• Inability to cope with challenges and give up easily

• Ability to overcome adversity and bounce back from difficult situations

• Lack of determination and perseverance in the face of obstacles

• Tendency to dwell on past failures and not move forward

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify a connotative word used by Maya Angelou to describe empowerment.

• incredible

• extraordinary

• amazing

• phenomenal

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4