Categorizing Connotations

Insert the word with the most negative connotation to complete each sentence: "It was hard to ignore the baby's __________ screams."

• Loud

• Piercing

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Insert the word with the most negative connotation to complete each sentence: "Jackie wore a/an __________ dress to the party."

• Ancient

• Vintage

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Insert the word with the most negative connotation to complete each sentence: "Dexter was an __________ dog."

• Obese

• Overweight

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. Everyone in the office respects Casey because of her kind but ______ attitude. (HINT: She is respected, so people like her. A positive word would be appropriate here)

• Assertive

• Bossy

• Demanding

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. William annoys his friends because he's so ________ when it comes to money. (HINT: They're annoyed so you need a negative word!)

• Economical

• Thrifty

• Stingy

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. We're worried about Trish; she's lost so much weight that she looks ________. (HINT: they're worried so you need a negative word!)

• Trim

• Boney

• Slender

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Choose the most appropriate word(s) that can be inserted in the blank. "I'm afraid," said Luke's guidance counselor carefully, "that you might find advanced calculus a little too ________." (HINT: We don't want to hurt Luke's feelings)

• Challenging

• Confusing

• Difficult

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

"And this particular neighborhood," said the realtor to the young married couple, "will suit families who are ________." (HINT: It is rude to refer to someone’s wealth)

• Rich

• Loaded

• Well to do

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Daniel's doctor said, "I recommend a low-fat, low-carbohydrate diet because you are becoming ________." (HINT: The doctor wouldn't insult a patient)

• Fat

• Large

• Overweight

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

What makes Jewel so difficult to understand is that she is rather ________. (HINT: We want the least insulting word)

• Withdrawn

• Shy

• Closeted

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A