Exploring: Connotation and Denotation

What is the definition of connotation?

• The literal or primary meaning of a word

• The ideas or feelings that a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning

• The grammatical structure of a sentence

• The origin of a word

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the definition of denotation?

• The ideas or feelings that a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning

• The literal or primary meaning of a word

• The emotional response a word elicits

• The historical background of a word

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

• Cheap

• Inexpensive

• Stingy

• Miserly

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the denotation of the word "snake."

• A person who is deceitful

• A long, limbless reptile

• A symbol of danger

• A feeling of fear

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Use the word "home" in a sentence that highlights its connotation.

• The home is located at 123 Maple Street.

• Home is where the heart is.

• The home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

• The home was built in 1995.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Draw a connotation of a gloomy day.

Draw the denotation of "A Walk in the Park"

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the connotation of the word "childlike"?

• She has a childlike innocence that makes her endearing.

• The childlike drawing was full of bright colors.

• He acted in a childlike manner during the meeting.

• The childlike handwriting was hard to read.

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What is the connotation of the word "fragrance"?

• A pleasant and sweet smell

• A strong and overpowering smell

• A neutral smell

• An unpleasant smell

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Choose the word with a negative connotation.

• Confident

• Arrogant

• Self-assured

• Assertive

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