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Vocabulary Introduction 11-1-11. Pronunciation Key Vowells: a,e,i,o,u Consonants: all other letters Stress: The accent mark (´) follows the major syllable.

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1 Vocabulary Introduction 11-1-11

2 Pronunciation Key Vowells: a,e,i,o,u Consonants: all other letters Stress: The accent mark (´) follows the major syllable that is stressed. Abbreviations: –adj. (adjective)n. (noun) prep. (preposition) –adv. (adverb)part. (participle) v. (verb) –int. (interjection)pl. (plural)

3 Online Component Read the Online components box on page 6. Discuss why this can be useful.

4 The Vocabulary of Vocabulary Denotation: a words specific dictionary meaning. WordDenotation peerlesswithout equal lethaldeadly specimensample

5 Connotation/Tone: The emotions or associations normally aroused in people using, hearing, or reading the word. WordConnotation peerlessfavorable lethalunfavorable specimenneutral

6 Exercises In the space provided, label the connotation of each of the following words. F=favorable U=unfavorable N=neutral ____ 1. fork3. ___ quote5. ___ gallant ____2. snobbish4. ___ ruthless6. ___ gracious


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