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Word choice: connotation and tone
Students practise denotation vs connotation, tone, and analysing author word choice through short responses, a sentence analysis, and a step-by-step ordering activity for the word-choice process. Level: Grade 8.
By Edform · English language arts · Grade 8 · Published Oct 28, 2026 · New
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- A writer describes a small room as “a cozy retreat.” What does the word “retreat” suggest beyond its basic meaning of a place to rest?
- Read the sentence: “The wind howled through the empty streets, rattling every window.” Which tone is most strongly suggested by the word choices?
- Arrange these steps for analyzing an author's word choice in a sensible order, from first to last.
- Match each term with its meaning.
- Complete the sentence with the term that best fits the definition.
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