Study Sync: The People Could Fly Vocabulary Comprehension Flashcard

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What is a negative connotation?

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A negative connotation is an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning, often carrying a negative implication.

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Provide an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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The word 'nagged' has a negative connotation, suggesting annoyance or irritation.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify a simile from the following options: 'You're the apple of my eye.'

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This apple is as sweet as candy.

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What does the word 'bawl' mean?

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To bawl means to cry loudly or uncontrollably.

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Use 'bawl' in a sentence.

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The baby began to bawl after dropping her toy.

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What is a positive connotation?

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A positive connotation is an idea or feeling that a word invokes that is favorable or uplifting.

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Provide an example of a word with a positive connotation.

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The word 'cautious' has a positive connotation, suggesting carefulness and thoughtfulness.

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What is the importance of connotation in language?

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Connotation affects how words are perceived and can influence emotions and attitudes.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation includes the emotional and associative meanings.