English 2 TEKS 2B: Connotation/Denotation

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What is denotation?

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Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word.

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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How do connotation and denotation differ?

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Connotation involves the emotional or cultural associations of a word, while denotation is its literal definition.

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What is an example of a word with a positive connotation?

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The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.

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What is an example of a word with a negative connotation?

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The word 'stingy' has a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of generosity.

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What does it mean to determine the connotation of a word?

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Determining the connotation of a word involves analyzing its emotional or cultural implications in a given context.

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What is the connotation of the word 'thrifty'?

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The word 'thrifty' has a positive connotation, implying carefulness and wisdom in spending.

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What is the connotation of the word 'miserly'?

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The word 'miserly' has a negative connotation, suggesting extreme reluctance to spend money.

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What role do context clues play in understanding connotation?

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Context clues help readers infer the emotional or cultural associations of a word based on how it is used in a sentence.

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What is the denotation of the word 'home'?

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The denotation of 'home' is a place where one lives; a residence.