Connotation

Select all of the words that have a negative connotation in a school setting.

• angry

• talkative

• lovely

• curious

Select all of the words that have a positive connotation in a school setting.

• playful

• careless

• organized

• confident

Which word has the most negative connotation if used at home?

• picky

• lazy

• shy

Which sentence uses the word "co-worker" in a positive way?

• My new coworker is such a dynamic and intelligent young lady.

• Our new coworker is very careless when it comes to working with customers.

Which sentences uses the word "teacher" in a negative way?

• My Spanish teacher is very confident when he speaks.

• My English teacher is very picky when it comes to turning in assignments.

Which sentence uses the words "new student" in a negative way?

• I've heard rumors that the new student is very angry all of the time.

• The new student was very shy and talked with a soft voice.

Which sentence uses the word "king" in a positive way?

• The king was very vague with the plans he had for the village.

• The king had brilliant and dynamic new ideas for the towns remodel.

Which sentence uses the word "athlete" in a negative way?

• The team captain was very pushy and forceful when it came to giving plays for the game.

• The lean quarterback was very skillful with his throw of the ball.

Is this a negative or positive connotation of the word dog?

"The new dog is very active and playful with others."

• positive connotation

• negative connotation

Is this a negative or a positive connotation of the word rockstar?

"The famous Rockstar had a very lovely voice."

• positive connotation

• negative connotation