WorksheetsConnotation and Figurative Language Review
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
Read this excerpt from THE ROBOT AND THE CAVE by Christopher Rowe"This thing weighs a ton," said Stephanie, struggling not to drop the burden she shared with her uncle. "He weighs sixty-eight pounds," said Steph's uncle. Uncle Guillermo always referred to the SER, or Submersible Exploratory Robot, as a "he." He motioned for Steph to stop and they carefully set the machine down, softly as a feather. "The trail is smoother from here. Let's power him up and let him walk the rest of the way himself."What type of figurative language is "this thing weighs a ton"?
hyperbole
metaphor
simile
alliteration
How does Rachel exaggerate the negative qualities of the sweater? Select TWO (2) answers.
Rachel uses descriptive words to talk about the color of the sweater and it's buttons.
Rachel uses a hyperbole and says the sweater is "maybe a thousand years old" to tell how old the sweater looks.
Rachel uses a metaphor to compare the stretched out sleeves to a jump rope.
What kind of figurative language is Rachel using here?
Simile
Metaphor
Alliteration
Hyperbole
What is connotation?
the feelings associated with a word
the dictionary definition of a word
how a word is spelled
how a word is pronounced
What does the phrase "a heart of stone" imply about a person's character?
They are strong and unbreakable.
They are cold and unfeeling.
They are healthy and vigorous.
They are ancient and wise.
Match the definition to its vocab word:
Simile
Connotation
Personification
Idiom
A word's emotional meaning (positive or negative) is called its ___.
resolution
inference
denotation
connotation
the feelings or emotions surrounding/associated with a word, beyond its literal meaning. Generally positive or negative in nature
denotation
synonym
annotation
connotation
Connotation
The literal meaning of a word.
The feeling or emotion attached to words.
A statement that contradicts itself or 2 ideas that cannot both be true.
A joke that makes a play on words.
What is connotation referring to?
a dictionary definition of a word
the contextualized feeling of a word
Word choice
a type of communication that does not use a word's strict or realistic meaning.
What can be inferred about a character who is often described as "a wolf in sheep's clothing"?
They are innocent and harmless.
They are brave and heroic.
They are deceptive and dangerous.
They are wise and respected.
What does the color "red" typically connote in literature?
Peace and tranquility
Love and passion
Jealousy and greed
Sadness and despair
When an author uses the term "melting pot" to describe a city, what are they emphasizing about the city?
The hot climate
The city's economic troubles
The cultural diversity
The overcrowded living conditions
Emotions and ideas associated with a word; can be positive, negative, or neutral
denotation
connotation
If a character is described as having "a silver tongue," what can we infer about them?
They are elderly.
They are wealthy.
They are persuasive.
They are truthful.
The following is an example of what form figurative language, It is 1000 degrees in here!
alliteration
metaphor
pun
hyperbole
What is the connotation of the word 'home'?
A) A building where people live
B) A place of warmth and comfort
C) A location on a map
D) A structure with a roof
Which of the following sentences contains a metaphor?
A) The wind whispered through the trees.
B) Her smile was as bright as the sun.
C) Time is a thief.
D) He ran like the wind.
Identify the figurative language in this sentence: 'The classroom was a zoo.'
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Hyperbole
What does the phrase 'break the ice' mean in terms of connotation?
A) To physically break ice
B) To start a conversation in a social setting
C) To cause a disruption
D) To end a relationship
Which word has a positive connotation?
A) Stubborn
B) Tenacious
C) Nosy
D) Pushy
What type of figurative language is used in the sentence: 'The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky'?
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Hyperbole
In literature, what does the color 'black' often connote?
A) Purity and innocence
B) Mystery and elegance
C) Joy and happiness
D) Growth and renewal
What is the connotation of the word 'cheap' when describing a product?
A) Inexpensive and affordable
B) Low quality and poorly made
C) Unique and rare
D) Durable and long-lasting
Which sentence uses hyperbole?
A) I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.
B) The leaves danced in the wind.
C) She is as busy as a bee.
D) The car engine roared to life.
