Denotation vs. Connotation

Grade Level

10th Grade (High School)

Duration

74 minutes

Class Size

30 students

Unit Context

This is Lesson 3 of 5 in the unit "Exploring Tone and Language."

Standards Alignment

Common Core State Standards - English Language Arts (Grade 9-10):

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone.

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone.

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.9-10.6: Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness