Denotations & Connotations 2

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What is the definition of connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural meaning associated with a word, which can be positive, negative, or neutral.

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What is the connotation of the word 'giggle'?

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Positive.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is the connotation of the word 'cackle'?

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Negative.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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How can the connotation of a word affect its meaning in a sentence?

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The connotation can influence the emotional response of the reader or listener, altering the perceived tone or mood of the sentence.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What does it mean if a word has a positive connotation?

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It means the word evokes a favorable or pleasant emotional response.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What does it mean if a word has a negative connotation?

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It means the word evokes an unfavorable or unpleasant emotional response.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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Is the statement 'My mom is economical when she goes grocery shopping' positive or negative?

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Positive.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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True or False: Connotation can only be positive.

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False.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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True or False: The sentence 'The frustrated teacher stormed into the chaotic classroom' creates a positive mood.

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False.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

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What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that the word carries.