Connotation and Denotation
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English
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of connotation?
Back
Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural meaning associated with a word, beyond its literal definition.
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CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of denotation?
Back
Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word.
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CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which word has a positive connotation: 'youthful' or 'childish'?
Back
'Youthful' has a positive connotation.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a word has a negative connotation?
Back
It means the word carries a negative emotional association or implication.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.
Back
'Stench' is an example of a word with a negative connotation.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the connotation of the word 'thrifty'?
Back
'Thrifty' has a positive connotation, suggesting wise spending.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the connotation of the word 'stingy'?
Back
'Stingy' has a negative connotation, implying unwillingness to spend.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
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