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WorksheetsPositive and negative connotations
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 11mins
Which word has a negative connotation?
stench
smell
Which word has a negative connotation?
fair
pale
There was no turning back now. Josh had said what he had said, and it was out there now. He could see the tears well up in Kristyn's eyes once she had felt the full impact of his words. They were cruel but honest. However, Josh was still surprised by Kristyn's reaction. She was never this delicate. She was typically a very tough person; nothing ever bothered her: Kristyn choked back some tears and stared directly into Josh's eyes. Kristyn's eyes were fiery now; Josh was aware he was in trouble.
What is the connotation of the word delicate as it is used in the passage?
sensitive
graceful
detailed
Which word has a negative connotation?
stench
smell
The denotation of the word inquisitive is
not costing a great deal of money
fashionably elegant and sophisticated
showing too much curiosity
curious and inquiring
Which connotation is more negative?
Mike _____ us to go to the funny house.
reminded
nagged
Connotation is
A word's dictionary definition
Feelings around a word
Creative writing
The most important part of a story
Brave people rode on the roller coaster.
Is brave a positive or negative connotation?
(a)
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 ______________.
thrifty
stingy
miserly
selfish
Which has the more positive connotation?
brash
bold
Which connotation is more negative?
I didn't like the ___ on the clown's face.
a) smirk
b) grin
Which connotation is most negative?
I don't like the ______ food.
Disgusting
good
gross
tasty
The word thin, as in "you are very thin" has a _____ connotation.
Negative
Positive
Neutral
Describe a situation where understanding connotation is important.
When writing a formal letter.
When ordering food at a restaurant.
When solving a math problem.
When giving feedback or criticism.
What word has a POSITIVE Connotation for the definition:
discuss with others
debate
argue
Which word has a positive connotation?
slim
skinny
less than average build
What word has a negative association/feeling of the word smell?
odor
aroma
scent
