Word Choice
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Objective
I can identify words with positive, negative, or neutral connotations and explain why they have that feeling.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Explain the difference between denotation and connotation in your own words.
Give an example of a word with a neutral connotation. Then, provide a word with a similar denotation but a positive connotation, and another with a negative connotation.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“The word "slim" and the word "skinny" both describe someone who is thin. Which word has a more positive connotation and why? The words "confident" and "arrogant" both describe someone who has a high opinion of themselves. Which word has a more negative connotation and why? The words "chat" and "gossip" both describe talking to someone. Which word has a more negative connotation and why?”
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