Denotation/Connotation Quiz

Abigail noticed two reports on her desk. One report mentioned an inconsistency in the data, while the other highlighted a variation in the results. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?

• an inconsistency

• a variation

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Anika and Mason were discussing their project. Anika decided to make a report on their findings, while Mason chose to make an allegation about a competitor's unethical practices. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?

• to make a report

• to make an allegation

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which phrase has a more negative connotation?

• a clique

• a club

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Mason and Mia are discussing leadership qualities. Which phrase describes a leader with a more positive connotation?

• a cowardly leader

• a prudent leader

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Henry has two tasks to choose from for his weekend. Which task has a more positive connotation?

• a burden

• a commitment

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Jackson was organizing his room. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?

• a box filled with documents

• a box crammed with documents

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

In a school project, Elijah and his friends were discussing fashion trends. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?

• a prevalent trend

• a rampant trend

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Isla is reviewing a manuscript. Which phrase describes her approach with a more negative connotation?

• a nitpicky editor

• a meticulous editor

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Ava and Liam are discussing their business. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?

• a company's spoils

• a company's profits

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Evelyn and Arjun are both known for their curiosity. Which phrase has a more positive connotation?

• a) a nosy person

• b) an inquisitive person

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4