Connotations and Denotations

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Connotations and Denotations

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Multiple Choice

_{What is a synonym for the word amazing?}

• Terrible

• Astonishing

• Ordinary

Multiple Choice

Which word refers to the literal, dictionary definition of a word?

• Connotation

• Denotation

• I can't remember

Multiple Select

Which of these words has a negative connotation?

• Youthful

• Childish

• Young

Multiple Select

Which of these words has a positive connotation?

• Conceited

• Confident

• Arrogant

Multiple Choice

What is the connotation of the word "cheap" in the following sentence?

Sara wanted to buy the latest iPhone, but all she could afford was a cheap imitation.  

• Positive

• Negative

• Neutral

Multiple Choice

What is the connotation of the word "thrifty" in the following sentence?  

My father is a thrifty shopper; he always knows how to find the best bargains.

• Positive

• Negative

• Neutral

Multiple Choice

Which word has a connotation with the strongest intensity?

• Happy

• Pleased

• Ecstatic

Multiple Choice

Which word has a connotation with the strongest intensity?

• Angry

• Furious

• Cross

Poll

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