Word Choice and Tone Quiz
Authored by Crystal Wagoner
English
8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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'.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.K.5A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.L.3.3A
CCSS.L.4.3A
CCSS.L.5.3A
CCSS.L.6.3A
CCSS.L.6.3B
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following words has a positive connotation?
joyful
depressing
angry
sad
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.L.5.5C
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.3A
CCSS.L.4.3A
CCSS.L.5.3A
CCSS.L.6.3A
CCSS.L.6.3B
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
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