Distinguish Connotations Among Words with Similar Denotations: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.5.C

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Common Core: 6th Grade English Language Arts › Distinguish Connotations Among Words with Similar Denotations: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.5.C

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Select the word that is a negative connotation for the definition below:

someone who works for someone

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Select the word that is a positive connotation for the definition below:

really wanting something to happen

3

Select the term that is a positive connotation for the definition below:

Person who tells falsehoods

4

Select the word that is a negative connotation for the definition below:

A thin physique

5

Select the word that is a positive connotation for the definition below:

Young

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Select the word that is the negative connotation for the definition below:

Intelligent

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Fill in the blank with the term that has a negative connotation:

There was a distinct __________ coming from the garage.

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Select the word that is a positive connotation for the definition below:

Careful with money

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Select the term that is a negative connotation for the definition below:

Self-assured

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Fill in the blank with the term that has a positive connotation:

The food had a _________ taste.

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