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WorksheetsDenotation/Connotation Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 5hrs 0mins
Abigail noticed two reports on her desk. One report mentioned an inconsistency in the data, while the other highlighted a variation in the results. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
an inconsistency
a variation
Anika and Mason were discussing their project. Anika decided to make a report on their findings, while Mason chose to make an allegation about a competitor's unethical practices. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
to make a report
to make an allegation
Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
a clique
a club
Mason and Mia are discussing leadership qualities. Which phrase describes a leader with a more positive connotation?
a cowardly leader
a prudent leader
Henry has two tasks to choose from for his weekend. Which task has a more positive connotation?
a burden
a commitment
Jackson was organizing his room. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
a box filled with documents
a box crammed with documents
In a school project, Elijah and his friends were discussing fashion trends. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
a prevalent trend
a rampant trend
Isla is reviewing a manuscript. Which phrase describes her approach with a more negative connotation?
a nitpicky editor
a meticulous editor
Ava and Liam are discussing their business. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
a company's spoils
a company's profits
Evelyn and Arjun are both known for their curiosity. Which phrase has a more positive connotation?
a) a nosy person
b) an inquisitive person
Ava and William are planning a vacation. Ava is known for being careful with her money, while William is more generous. Which phrase has a more positive connotation?
a stingy person
a thrifty person
During a group presentation, which reaction from the audience would likely be seen as more positive?
a) a snicker
b) a chuckle
Aria walked into the kitchen and noticed something unpleasant. Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
a stench
an odor
Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
a conceited person
a confident person
Oliver is choosing between two job offers. Which job title has a more positive connotation?
a junior executive
a junior assistant
In a book review, which description of the plot has a more positive connotation?
a convoluted storyline
an intricate storyline
The dictionary definition refers to
denotation
connotation
synonym
antonym
Which phrase has a more negative connotation?
Detail-Oriented
Obsessive
Which word has a negative connotation?
stench
smell
