Word Meanings and Nuances

What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

• Connotation refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word, while denotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries.

• Connotation is the primary meaning of a word, while denotation is the secondary meaning.

• Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, while denotation refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word.

• Connotation and denotation are two terms that mean the same thing.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

In the sentence 'The politician is a snake', what is the connotation of the word 'snake'?

• positive

• neutral

• complimentary

• negative

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CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which of the following words has a positive connotation: 'stubborn' or 'persistent'?

• obstinate

• determined

• unyielding

• persistent

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CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the denotation of the word 'home'?

• A temporary shelter

• A building made of bricks and mortar

• A place where one works

• A place where one lives permanently

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

In the sentence 'The room was cozy', what is the connotation of the word 'cozy'?

• neutral

• ambiguous

• negative

• positive

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CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which of the following words is a synonym for 'happy': 'sad' or 'joyful'?

• joyful

• sad

• miserable

• depressed

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the connotation of the word 'eccentric'?

• typical

• ordinary

• unconventional

• normal

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CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In the sentence 'The book was a page-turner', what is the connotation of the phrase 'page-turner'?

• informative and educational

• confusing and complicated

• boring and dull

• engaging and exciting

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CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which of the following words has a negative connotation: 'brave' or 'reckless'?

• courageous

• reckless

• adventurous

• bold

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CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the denotation of the word 'cat'?

• a small domesticated carnivorous mammal

• a large aquatic mammal

• a type of bird

• a reptile with scales

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CCSS.L.5.5C