Connotation and Denotation Quiz

Connotation and Denotation Quiz

7th Grade

20 Qs

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Connotation and Denotation Quiz

Connotation and Denotation Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

English

7th Grade

Hard

CCSS
L.7.5C, L.3.5A, L.3.3A

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20 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which statement best defines denotation?

The emotional meaning of a word

The dictionary meaning of a word

The author’s opinion of a word

The sound of a word

Answer explanation

Denotation refers to the literal, dictionary meaning of a word, distinguishing it from connotation, which involves the emotional or cultural associations. Therefore, the correct choice is 'The dictionary meaning of a word'.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which statement best defines connotation?

The emotional or cultural meaning of a word

The dictionary definition

The number of syllables

The tense of a verb

Answer explanation

Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural meaning associated with a word, beyond its literal dictionary definition. This makes the first choice the best definition of connotation.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

Childish

Curious

Nosy

Immature

Answer explanation

The word 'curious' has a positive connotation, suggesting a desire to learn and explore. In contrast, 'childish', 'nosy', and 'immature' carry negative implications, often associated with undesirable traits.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words has a negative connotation?

Thrifty

Cheap

Affordable

Economical

Answer explanation

The word 'cheap' has a negative connotation, implying low quality or inferiority. In contrast, 'thrifty', 'affordable', and 'economical' suggest positive attributes related to saving money without compromising value.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The words home and house share the same —

Connotation

Denotation

Emotion

Tone

Answer explanation

The words 'home' and 'house' share the same denotation, meaning they both refer to a place where people live. However, their connotations differ, as 'home' often evokes feelings of warmth and comfort, while 'house' is more neutral.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word has the same denotation as “crowd” but a more negative connotation?

Group

Mob

Gathering

Audience

Answer explanation

The word "mob" shares the same basic meaning as "crowd" but carries a more negative connotation, often implying chaos or violence, unlike the neutral terms "group," "gathering," or "audience."

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the denotation of “snake”?

A long, limbless reptile

A sneaky or untrustworthy person

A symbol of evil

A dangerous man

Answer explanation

The denotation of 'snake' refers to its literal meaning, which is 'a long, limbless reptile.' The other choices represent connotations or metaphorical uses of the term, not its primary definition.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

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