Understanding Denotation and Connotation
Students will explore how word choice, including denotation and connotation, influences the tone and persuasive power of informational texts.
Key Questions
- Compare the denotative and connotative meanings of words in a persuasive text.
- Analyze how an author's strategic use of connotative language can sway an audience's opinion.
- Explain how substituting a word with a different connotation could alter the overall message of a passage.
Common Core State Standards
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