Reading Worksheet · Grades 5–8
Connotation and Denotation Worksheet
A printable reading worksheet for grades 5-8 on connotation and denotation. Students learn the difference between a word’s dictionary meaning and the feeling it carries, and how word choice shapes a reader’s reaction, then match eight clues and answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Reading
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
Connotation and Denotation, vocabulary in reading
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
Denotation is a word’s plain dictionary meaning, while connotation is the feeling or association it carries beyond that meaning. This worksheet teaches students that words can have positive, negative, or neutral connotations and that word choice shapes how a reader reacts.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines denotation, connotation, positive and negative connotation, neutral, word choice, association, and shade of meaning. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term, including judging a word’s connotation. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Context Clues and Word Choice worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review denotation, connotation, and the related terms.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Context Clues Worksheet for finding meaning from surrounding words.
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Connotation and Denotation Worksheet
A printable reading worksheet for grades 5-8 on connotation and denotation. Students learn the difference between a word’s dictionary meaning and the feeling it carries, and how word choice shapes a reader’s reaction, then match eight clues and answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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