Exploring Connotation and Denotation

What is the primary definition of 'denotation'?

• Historical context of a word

• Cultural implications of a word

• Dictionary definition of a word

• Emotional associations of a word

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Which word is used as an example to explain 'denotation'?

• Dim

• Bright

• Light

• Heavy

What does 'connotation' refer to?

• Literal meaning of a word

• Emotional and social associations of a word

• Grammatical usage of a word

• Phonetic sound of a word

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Which of the following is a positive connotation of 'light'?

• Despair

• Sadness

• Glowing

• Fear

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What negative connotation is associated with 'dark'?

• Joy

• Clarity

• Brightness

• Evil

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How do authors use connotations in their writing?

• To convey deeper meanings beyond literal definitions

• To provide dictionary definitions

• To confuse readers

• To simplify complex concepts

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word has a more positive connotation?

• Uninterested

• Stubborn

• Determined

• Lazy

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the connotation of 'stench'?

• Pleasant smell

• Soft texture

• Colorful appearance

• Unpleasant smell

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word is similar in denotation to 'fragrance' but different in connotation?

• Perfume

• Stench

• Scent

• Aroma

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the choice of words like 'stubborn' versus 'determined' demonstrate?

• Grammatical preference

• Connotative differences

• Phonetic preference

• Literal meanings

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B