Denotation and Connotation Review

What is the difference between Connotation & Dennotation?

• Conotation is the feeling or idea a word gives you. Dennotation is the literal definnition

• Dennotation is how a word makes you feel. Connotation is the definition of a word

• There is no difference they mean the same thing

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

What is the connotation of the word "nosy"?

• Positive

• Neutral

• Negative

• None

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which word is associated with a neutral connotation?

• Odor

• Stench

• Fragrant

• Nosy

Answer explanation

Remember that neutral means neither good or bad, it's something in between. An ordor can be good or bad depending on where it comes from!

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the positive connotation of the word "argue"?

• Debate

• Influence

• Brainwash

• Odor

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which word (s) is a dennotation for "persuade"? (HINT: there is more than one answer)

• Influence

• Reason

• Convince

• Stench