Denotative, Connotative and Figurative Meanings

Which of the following sentences uses a word with a connotative meaning?

• The rose is a type of flowering plant.

• The rose in her cheeks showed her embarrassment.

• The scientist classified the plant as a species of Rosa.

• The gardener watered the roses in the backyard.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the denotative meaning of the word “snake”?

• Betrayal and deceit

• A legless, carnivorous reptile

• Danger and evil

• A cunning person

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

Which of the following sentences contains figurative language?

• The moon was full and bright.

• Her smile was as bright as the sun.

• The cat sat on the windowsill.

• The book was heavy.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

The word “home” often has a connotation of:

• A place where a person lives

• A structure with walls and a roof

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

In literature, a dove is often used to symbolize:

• A. A type of bird

• B. A messenger

• C. Peace and innocence

• D. A sign of danger

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the figurative meaning of "He has a heart of stone"?

• He has an unhealthy heart.

• He is unkind or unemotional.

• He is physically strong.

• He collects rocks.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

The phrase “time is a thief” is an example of:

• Denotation

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Connotation

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

• Stubborn

• Determined

• Pushy

• Nosy

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CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the connotative meaning of the word “childish”?

• Playful and full of imagination

• Immature or foolish

• A young person

• Small and dependent

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The phrase "a blanket of snow" is an example of:

• Denotation

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5