Exploring Word Choice and Its Impact on Tone

What does the term 'denotation' refer to?

• Dictionary definition of a word

• Emotional associations of a word

• Historical context of a word

• Personal interpretation of a word

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Which word is associated with positive connotations of wealth?

• Rich

• Wealthy

• Affluent

• Prosperous

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does 'connotation' imply about a word?

• Its literal meaning

• Its emotional and associative meanings

• Its pronunciation

• Its etymology

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the phrase 'filthy rich' suggest?

• Financial stability

• Excessive wealth

• Illegal gains

• Negative connotations of wealth

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Why is understanding connotations important in literature?

• To analyze grammar

• To understand the author's intent

• To learn new vocabulary

• To improve spelling

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word 'publicity' imply compared to 'fame'?

• Artistic talent

• Financial motives

• More genuine recognition

• Historical significance

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CCSS.L.3.2F

What theme does Hemingway's poem primarily explore?

• Technology and future

• Nature and beauty

• War and disillusionment

• Love and peace

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

According to the poem, what is valor often mistakenly associated with?

• Wisdom

• Maturity

• Youth

• Experience

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

How does Hemingway describe the reality of war in his poem?

• Peaceful and necessary

• Exciting and adventurous

• Tragic and harsh

• Glorious and honorable

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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 real-life skill does understanding connotations enhance?

• Mathematical reasoning

• Communication skills

• Physical coordination

• Scientific analysis

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4