Connotation and Denotation Flashcard
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9th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is denotation?
Back
Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, the dictionary definition.
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CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is connotation?
Back
Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries beyond its literal meaning.
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CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.
Back
'Youthful' has a positive connotation, suggesting energy and vitality.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.
Back
'Childish' has a negative connotation, implying immaturity.
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CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between connotation and denotation?
Back
Denotation is the explicit meaning of a word, while connotation includes the feelings and ideas associated with that word.
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CCSS.L.3.3A
CCSS.L.4.3A
CCSS.L.5.3A
CCSS.L.6.3A
CCSS.L.6.3B
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can context affect the connotation of a word?
Back
Context can change how a word is perceived; for example, 'home' has a positive connotation of warmth, while 'house' is more neutral.
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CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a word that can have both positive and negative connotations?
Back
The word 'ambitious' can have a positive connotation of drive or a negative connotation of being overly aggressive.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.5B
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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