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Denotation/Conotation

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 30mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The dictionary definition refers to

a)

denotation

b)

connotation

c)

synonym

d)

antonym

e)

glossary

2.

The connotation of a word can be

a)

positive

b)

negative

c)

neutral

d)

true

e)

false

3.

What is an example of denotation?

a)

Childish being negative while youthful is positive

b)

Dreamer- a person who is dreaming or has dreams

c)

Candy apples are very delicious.

d)

How have you been?

4.

Is this an example of a positive connotation?

“She has a very energetic mindset!”

a)

Yes!

b)

No!

c)

Maybe!

5.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence. Hint: Determine the connotation (positive or negative) through context clues.


My friend is very careful about spending money. I admire that, so I call him ______________.

a)

thrifty

b)

stingy

c)

miserly

d)

selfish

6.

What is the denotation of gathering?

a)

jump

b)

to bring together

c)

sweetly held

7.

What is a positive connotation of ugly?

a)

unattractive

b)

gruesome

c)

cute

8.

The charts and diagrams ___________ the multiple, and complex, parts of a plant cell.


Based on the context, which word best completes the sentence?

a)

illustrate

b)

affect

c)

complicate

d)

support

9.

Due to high winds and waves on the north shore, all boats must dock at the jetty located in the southern part of the bay.


Which word best explains the use of jetty in the sentence?

a)

floor

b)

stage

c)

pier

d)

camp

10.

Before riding a horse, the bridle straps must be buckled around the horse's mouth, eyes, and ears to restrain it.


What does the word restrain suggest about the bridle?

a)

It is a helmet used to train a horse.

b)

It is a saddle used to ride a horse.

c)

It is a type of headgear used to control a horse.

d)

It is a type of boot used to protect a horse.

11.

During the Second World War, Ireland and other countries remained neutral, refusing to join either the Allies or the Axis Powers.


Which definition best explains the use of neutral in the sentence?

a)

certain

b)

not taking sides

c)

not caring about

d)

unreliable

12.

Read the sentence. Then, answer the question.


Knowing how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide is fundamental to understanding mathematics.


In the sentence, what does the word fundamental suggest about the need to know how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide?

a)

It is urgent.

b)

It is confusing.

c)

It is difficult.

d)

It is necessary.

13.

Question 8 .


Attention! Trespassing is strictly prohibited! Individuals found on property will be charged with a crime.


What does the word prohibited mean in these sentences?

a)

thoughtless

b)

reckless

c)

out of bounds

d)

against the law

14.

Which word with similar denotation best completes each sentence with the correct connotation?


Her ___________ speech about the importance of fighting for justice was moving.

a)

enthusiastic

b)

excited

c)

passionate

d)

eager

15.

Which word with similar denotation best completes each sentence with the correct connotation?


The performers appreciated the _____________ applause they received after the show.

a)

enthusiastic

b)

excited

c)

passionate

d)

eager