Word Choice and Tone Quiz

When someone says 'winter is coming,' what is the difference between the connotation and denotation of 'winter'?

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

• Connotation is the literal meaning of 'winter', while denotation is the figurative meaning.

• Connotation and denotation are two terms that mean the same thing when referring to 'winter'.

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

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

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Which of the following is an example of figurative language in a winter scenario?

• The snowflakes danced in the wind.

• The wind blew softly.

• The winter sun smiled down on us.

• The snow leopard is as fast as lightning.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is tone in a story?

• The font style used in the story

• Attitude or emotion conveyed by the author in the snowy setting

• The number of words in the story

• The punctuation marks used in the story

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

• joyful

• depressing

• angry

• sad

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the denotation of the word 'home'?

• A place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household.

• A type of hat worn by sailors

• A type of musical instrument

• A small insect that feeds on blood

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of the following is an example of a positive tone?

• You will definitely fail.

• You can do it!

• You're not capable of doing it.

• I doubt you can do it.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the purpose of using figurative language in writing?

• To create vivid imagery, evoke emotions, and add depth and complexity to the text.

• To simplify the text and make it more straightforward and literal.

• To confuse the reader and make the text more difficult to understand.

• To provide factual information and avoid any form of creativity.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following words has a negative connotation?

• malicious

• benevolent

• generous

• kind

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the connotation of the word 'snow' in the context of winter?

• Neutral

• Friendly

• Negative

• Positive

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the purpose of tone in writing a winter-themed story?

• To convey the author's attitude or feelings about the winter season

• To make the text more difficult to read

• To increase the word count of the text

• To correct grammatical errors in the text

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4