Question 1

What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Connotation refers to the feelings and associations associated with a word, while denotation refers to its dictionary definition.

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Connotation refers to words with negative meanings, while denotation refers to words with positive meanings.

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Connotation and denotation both refer to the same thing.

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Connotation refers to the dictionary definition of a word, while denotation refers to the feelings and associations associated with it.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes connotation?

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The feelings and associations associated with a word.

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The dictionary definition of a word.

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The origin of a word.

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The physical appearance of a word.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes denotation?

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The dictionary definition of a word.

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The length of a word.

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The feelings and associations associated with a word.

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The sound of a word.

Question 4

Which of the following words has a negative connotation?

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Stubborn

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Helpful

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Friendly

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Caring

Question 5

Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

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Brave

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Cowardly

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Timid

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Scared

Question 6

Which of the following has a positive denotation?

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Love

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Hate

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Jealousy

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Anger

Question 7

Which word has a positive connotation?

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Friendly

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Cruel

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Mean

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Sad

Question 8

Which word has a negative connotation?

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Lazy

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Hardworking

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Ambitious

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Productive

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