WorksheetsConnotation, denotation, elements of drama
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 31mins
The dictionary definition refers to
denotation
connotation
synonym
antonym
glossary
What is connotation?
Literal meaning of a word.
Attitude or emotion a word makes you feel.
The prefix of a word.
What is a negative connotation of fragrance?
odor
aroma
scent
What is the denotation of gathering?
jump
to bring together
sweetly held
-------is a struggle between a character and opposing characters or opposing forces. ------can also occur within a character. For example, a character might struggle internally to make a difficult decision or choice.
plot
conflict
setting
character
dialogue
The ------ is the time and place in which a story occurs. The ------ can be in the past, present, or future. Examples include a classroom, the inside of a car during a traffic jam, or Mars.
plot
conflict
setting
character
dialogue
What is a positive connotation of tardy?
playful
delayed
punctual
What is the denotation for gaze?
to look steadily
to play carefully
run
McDonald's is a cheap meal. If you change the word cheap to inexpensive, the word now has a ____ connotation.
positive
negative
Kevin's interest in model cars has turned into a hobby. If you change the word hobby to obsession, the word now has a _____ connotation.
positive
negative
What are instructions that tell the actors what to do?
Actors
Dialogue
Setting
Stage Directions
People or animals who play a character in a drama are called:
Characters
Narrator
Scene
Actors
The person who writes the play is called ___________/
Author
Speaker
Director
Playwright
A type of drama in which events typically lead to a death or unhappy ending.
comedy
romance
tragedy
fantasy
What are two types of drama?
Fiction and Nonfiction
Tragedy and Comedy
Tragedy and Staging
Comedy and Fiction
