Exploring Connotation and Denotation

What does 'denotation' refer to in the context of word meanings?

• Emotional implications of a word

• Literal dictionary definition of a word

• Personal interpretation of a word

• Historical origin of a word

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Which word is associated with a negative connotation?

• Smirk

• Grin

• Laugh

• Smile

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does 'cheap' imply compared to 'inexpensive'?

• Expensive cost

• Bargain without negative implications

• Low cost with negative undertones

• High quality

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How does the connotation of 'smirk' differ from 'smile'?

• Smirk has a negative connotation

• Smirk has a positive connotation

• Smirk and smile have similar connotations

• There is no difference in connotation

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How is 'debate' perceived differently from 'argue'?

• More passive

• Less formal

• More educated and organized

• More aggressive

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

What lesson does the giraffe story metaphorically teach about language?

• Giraffes originally had long necks

• Language does not evolve

• Adaptation is key to survival

• Physical changes are crucial

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

Why is it important to consider connotation in communication?

• To ensure accurate dictionary usage

• To convey the intended emotional tone

• To make sentences longer

• To use more complex words

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What might the connotation of a word indicate about the speaker's tone?

• Preference for synonyms

• Emotional state or attitude

• Educational background

• Indifference to word choice

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

What could be the consequence of using a word with the wrong connotation?

• Shortening the discussion

• Improving the mood of the conversation

• Being misunderstood by the audience

• Enhancing clarity of communication

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What impact does word choice have on the perception of a message?

• Alters how the message is emotionally received

• Changes the factual content

• No impact

• Only affects the length of the message

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B