Connotation and Denotation Act I Romeo & Juliet

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Connotation

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The emotional or cultural associations that a word carries; meaning in context

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The fiery Tybalt, with his sword prepared; Which, as he breathed defiance to my ears, He swung about his head and cut the winds. Use context to determine the BEST connotation of fiery in this sentence...

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violent

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Denotation

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Literal or dictionary definition of a word

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Denotation and symbolism of 'bud' in Lord Montague's quote: "As is the bud bit with an envious worm Ere (Before) he could spread his sweet leaves to the air"

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Denotation: early flower; Symbolizes: Romeo

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Which word has a positive connotation?

deplorable

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callous

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group

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apt

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apt

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Romeo uses words with a ___ connotation to create a metaphor about Juliet's beauty.

“But soft! What light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun.”

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despicable

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calm

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gentle

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curious

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gentle

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Which word can have both a positive and a negative connotation depending on the context? Options:

horrid

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tough

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anaphase

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endearing

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tough

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In Act I, Romeo says:

"Why, such is love's transgression. Griefs of mine own lie heavy in my chest...
Love is a smoke raised with a fume of sighs."

The connotation of love in this sentence is..

Options: inspiring, troubling, romantic, confused

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troubling

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Which of these words has the most neutral connotation?

bland

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mediocre

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ordinary

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standard

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standard

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How can Wisely describe her difficult assignment to her teacher with a positive connotation?

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This assignment is confusing to me, could you help clarify? Thank you!