Connotations and Denotations

What word gives a POSITIVE connotation?

• screeching

• tearing

• vibrant

• gory

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

A word's denotation is

• the emotion associated with the word

• The dictionary definition of the word

• Its correct spelling

• Its incorrect spellin

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

After opening Jim's gym bag, a powerful stink filled the laundry room.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The energetic children frolicked all day on the beach.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The teacher's request to pass all papers to the front of the room was followed immediately.

• Positive Connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Sam's daring plan to triple the profits of the school fundraiser was met with enthusiasm.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The aroma of Jill's new perfume reminded me of lilacs and vanilla.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

TJ spent his money judiciously while saving a portion for a "rainy day."

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Stan 's reckless plan to cross the railroad tracks to save time nearly cost him his life.

• Positive connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The child demanded all his friends bring only Pokemon toys as gifts to his birthday celebration.

• Positive Connotation

• Neutral Connotation

• Negative Connotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4