Connotation & Denotation Bellwork

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What is denotation?

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The dictionary definition of a word.

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What is connotation?

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The feelings or emotions that a word evokes in a reader.

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What word gives a POSITIVE connotation?

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Vibrant.

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What word gives a POSITIVE denotation?

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Hopeful.

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What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

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Denotations are the simple dictionary definition of a word, while connotations carry feelings of a word.

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What are connotations?

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Words that have feelings attached to them.

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

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Screeching.

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

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Book.

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

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It evokes a strong emotional response.

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

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It evokes a mild or neutral emotional response.