Connotation and Denotation Exercise

Front

What is denotation?

Back

Denotation is the literal or dictionary definition of a word.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Front

What is connotation?

Back

Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries beyond its literal meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

Back

Denotations are the simple dictionary definition of a word, while connotations carry feelings or associations related to that word.

Front

What is an example of a word with a positive connotation?

Back

The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is an example of a word with a negative connotation?

Back

The word 'disgrace' has a negative connotation, implying shame or dishonor.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

How does context affect connotation?

Back

The context in which a word is used can change its connotation, making it more positive or negative.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is an example of a word with a neutral connotation?

Back

The word 'child' has a neutral connotation, simply referring to a young person without positive or negative feelings.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'curious'?

Back

The word 'curious' has a positive connotation, suggesting a desire to learn and explore.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'war'?

Back

The word 'war' has a very negative connotation, often associated with destruction and suffering.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is the connotation of the word 'battle'?

Back

The word 'battle' can have a negative connotation, but it may also imply bravery and heroism depending on context.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4