SBAC Vocabulary

Explain the difference between denotation and connotation of a word.

• Denotation is the emotional definition of a word, while connotation is the literal associations that a word carries.

• Denotation is the cultural definition of a word, while connotation is the literal associations that a word carries.

• Denotation is the literal definition of a word, while connotation is the dictionary definition of a word.

• Denotation is the literal definition of a word, while connotation is the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries.

Why is vocabulary acquisition and use important in academic and real-life settings?

• It has no impact on comprehension or communication

• It is important for effective communication, comprehension of complex texts, and clear expression.

• It is only important for written communication

• It only benefits individuals with high intelligence

Provide an example of a word that can have multiple meanings and explain each meaning.

• bat

• light (as in not heavy)

• set (as in a collection of items)

• run (as in to move quickly)

What does the term "excerpt" refer to?

• A complete text

• A summary of the text

• A short part of a text

• A critical analysis of a text

What does "logical" mean?

• Related to the study of philosophy

• Based on clear, sound reasoning

• A type of fallacy

• An irrational thought process

A synonym for happy is...

• Sad

• Joyful

• Angry

• Fearful

An antonym for happy is...

• Ecstatic

• Content

• Miserable

• Pleased

What does the term "connotation" refer to?

• The dictionary definition of a word

• The feelings or ideas that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning

• A list of synonyms and antonyms for a word

• The grammatical placement of a word in a sentence

What is the meaning of the word 'ambiguous'?

• A) Clear and precise

• B) Open to more than one interpretation

• C) Related to ambition

• D) A type of amphibian

Which of the following sentences uses the word 'complement' correctly?

• A) The colors complement each other well.

• B) She gave him a nice complement.

• C) He was complementing his friend on the new job.

• D) The complement of the story was missing.