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1 Practice with word choice
Connotations Practice with word choice

2 Connotations Connotations are the feelings, ideas, and emotions that are associated with words. They can be positive or negative.

3 Two words that mean the same thing will show up on the screen
Two words that mean the same thing will show up on the screen. Try to guess which one has a more positive connotation.

4 Which one is more positive?
Refreshing Chilly

5 Which one is more positive?
Clever Sly

6 Which one is more positive?
Skinny Slender

7 Which one is more positive?
Smile Smirk

8 Which one is more positive?
Cop Officer

9 Which one is more positive?
Relaxed Inactive

10 Which one is more positive?
Persevering Stubborn

11 Which one is more positive?
Thrifty Cheap

12 Which one is more positive?
Inquisitive Nosy

13 Which one is more positive?
Elderly Old

14 Which one is more positive?
Nag Remind

15 Which one is more positive?
Career Job

16 Which one is more positive?
Debate Argue

17 Which one is more positive?
Home Shack

18 Which one is more positive?
Studious Nerdy

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