Word Choice & Transition Words QUIZ REVIEW

What is the denotation of a word?

• the ideas and feelings attached to the word

• the figurative meaning behind the word

• the dictionary definition of the word

• the symbolism behind the word

What is the connotation of a word?

• the synonyms of the word

• the dictionary definition of the word

• the part of speech of the word

• the ideas and feelings attached to the word

Which phrase has a negative connotation?

• A thrifty person

• A stingy person

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Hint: Determine the connotation (positive or negative) through context clues.

I admire the man who jumped on the subway tracks to rescue a stranger. He was certainly _______.

• foolhearty

• courageous

• rash

• reckless

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Hint: Determine the connotation (positive or negative) through context clues. Although the problem was difficult to resolve, Sandra and John were _____ in searching for an answer. Their teacher was quite proud.

• persistent

• stubborn

• bullheaded

• headstrong

Referring to the place where someone lives as a "shack" would have a _____ connotation.

• positive

• negative

• neutral

Which transition word signifies that you are adding information?

• Although

• Furthermore

• Consequently

• In other words

I've been under a lot of pressure lately. _______ I've been in a bad mood.

• As a result

• Eventually

• Conversely

• Similarly

Which transition word would be used to show a contrast?

• Likewise

• Despite

• Due to

• Consequently

Severe thunderstorms passed through Friday afternoon; _______, the football game was cancelled.

• Even though

• Accordingly

• Due to

• By the same token