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The Glowing Heart of the Woods - Connotation and Denotation in literary text (Grade 6)
Passage
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English
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6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Angela Lock
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8 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the beginning of the story, what word does Erik use to describe the Whispering Woods?
ancient
eerie
fascinating
unnatural
Answer explanation
The passage states, '“This place is eerie,” he whispered to his friend, Joanna.' This shows his initial feeling about the woods.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which word does Joanna use that shows she is curious about the flower, not scared of it?
eerie
unnatural
menace
fascinating
Answer explanation
The passage says, '“Unnatural? It’s fascinating!” Joanna crept closer, her eyes wide.' The word 'fascinating' shows she is very interested and not afraid.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When Erik calls the glowing flower a 'menace,' what feeling is he expressing?
He thinks the flower is interesting and unique.
He thinks the flower is beautiful but sad.
He thinks the flower is dangerous and a threat.
He thinks the flower is lonely and needs a friend.
Answer explanation
The word 'menace' has a strong negative connotation, meaning something that threatens to cause harm or danger. Erik uses it to show he believes the flower is not friendly and is a source of danger.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Joanna's word 'ancient' for the woods create a different feeling than Erik's word 'eerie'?
Both words mean that the woods are old and scary.
'Ancient' suggests something new and modern, while 'eerie' suggests something old.
'Ancient' suggests the woods are boring, while 'eerie' suggests they are exciting.
'Ancient' suggests something old and impressive, while 'eerie' suggests something strange and frightening.
Answer explanation
The connotation of 'ancient' is of great age and history, which Joanna finds impressive. The connotation of 'eerie' is of strangeness and fear, which is how Erik feels. The words show their different perspectives.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
At the very end of the passage, what does Erik call the forest?
a trap
a maze
a garden
a home
Answer explanation
After the path disappears, Erik says, '“See?” Erik’s voice trembled. “This forest is a trap.”' This word choice shows his extreme fear and feeling of being caught.
6.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each word from the passage to the feeling or idea it suggests (its connotation).
Suggests something is strange and frightening.
Menace
Suggests something is extremely interesting.
Fascinating
Suggests something is very old and impressive.
Eerie
Suggests something is a threat or a danger.
Ancient
Answer explanation
Each word carries a specific feeling. 'Eerie' is used to mean frightening. 'Ancient' is used to mean old and impressive. 'Fascinating' is used to mean very interesting. 'Menace' is used to mean a danger.
7.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Sort the following words from the passage based on the character's attitude they reveal.
Groups:
(a) Words showing Erik's Fear and Caution
,
(b) Words showing Joanna's Curiosity and Excitement
a little jewel
ancient
a menace
eerie
unnatural
fascinating
Answer explanation
Erik's word choices ('eerie,' 'unnatural,' 'a menace') all have negative connotations that reveal his fear. Joanna's word choices ('ancient,' 'fascinating,' 'a little jewel') have positive or neutral connotations that show her excitement and curiosity.
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