We will distinguish 1 among the connotations of words with similar denotations.

1. Name Learning Objective We will distinguish1 among the connotations of words with similar denotations. CFU What are we going to do? What does distinguish mean? Distinguish means __________. Activate Prior Knowledge Both sentences describe a girl. Which sentence gives you more of an emotional feeling? Why? • Charlotte is afraid of the dark. • 2. Charlotte is terrified of the dark. Make Connection Every day we choose specific words to express what we mean to say. Some of those words use emotion and some do not. These words are said to have denotative or connotative meaning. Now, we will distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. 1 tell apart Vocabulary

2. Concept Development • The denotativemeaning of a word is its literal2dictionary definition. • The feelings or ideas associated with the denotative meaning are neutral3. • The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associated4 with a word. • The feelings or ideas associated with the connotative meaning can be positive or negative. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Examples: CFU Here are three ways to describe hot weather. What is the difference between them? How do you know? A In summertime, the weather gets hot. B The triple-digit heat left us sweltering. C The breeze gave us a mild day. What is the difference between the feelings or ideas associated with the denotative and connotative meanings of words? The difference between the feelings or ideas associated with the denotative and connotative meanings of words is_________. Vocabulary 2 exact (synonym) 3 no feelings attached 4 connected (synonym)

3. Skill Development/Guided Practice The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associatedwith a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. Scan5 words and meanings. Read each sentence and identify6 words that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence. (underline) Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of the words. (write) 1 2 3 1. A People who sit at a desk in an office every day are very ______________. B After stretching for 10 minutes, the yoga student was very _______________.C Christopher was so ____________ that he never did chores and never played sports. D Adam is very _____________ when he goes fishing because he can leave his worries behind. Why would an author use the word relaxed instead of inactive to describe someone at the beach?T:_________________________________________________________________Why would an author use the word lazy instead of inactive to describe someone who hates exercising? S:________________________________________________________________ How did I/you identify the words that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence? How did I/you distinguish between the denotative and connotative meanings of the words? CFU 5 look over quickly 6 find (synonym) Vocabulary 2 3

4. Skill Development/Guided Practice (continued) The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associatedwith a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. Scan words and meanings. Read each sentence and identifywords that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence. (underline) Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of the words. (write) 1 2 3 2. A To feed her large family, Jo is a _________shopper that always uses coupons and looks for bargains. B Turning the heater off when not home is an ______________ way to save energy and money. C Teens don’t make a lot of money so they have to be very _____________when choosing what to spend it on. D Scrooge is the name of a ____________ character who liked to hoard7 his money. S: If you were selling electric cars how would you talk to your customers? “You are very (economical / thrifty / stingy) when you buy one of our electric cars.” Defend your answer. How did I/you identify the words that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence? How did I/you distinguish between the denotative and connotative meanings of the words? CFU 7 secretly store up or hide something Vocabulary 2 3

5. Skill Development/Guided Practice (continued) The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associatedwith a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. Scan words and meanings. Read each sentence and identifywords that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence. (underline) Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of the words. (write) 1 2 3 3. A Ben Franklin had an __________ personality; he invented bifocals, the lightening rod, and the Franklin stove. B The teacher was __________ why the students were late to class, and asked them what happened. C The paparazzi are very _________ when they follow celebrities, and take pictures of their personal lives. D Asking questions is a friendly habit, but digging into private things is being ______. Why would an author use the word inquisitive instead of nosy to describe a small child that asks a lot of questions?T: _________________________________________________________________________Why would an author use the word nosy instead of curious to describe a brother that snoops around in his sister’s room? S: _________________________________________________________________________ How did I/you identify the words that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence? How did I/you distinguish between the denotative and connotative meanings of the words? CFU 2 3

6. Skill Development/Guided Practice (continued) The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associatedwith a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. Scan words and meanings. Read each sentence and identifywords that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence. (underline) Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of the words. (write) 1 2 3 4. A Eric was ________________ in lifting weights and eating healthy; in three weeks he added 50 pounds. B In 1955, Rosa Parks was _____________ to stand up for her rights and refused to give up her bus seat. C Myra struggled to make friends because she had a __________attitude as she always told people what to do. D President Kennedy was __________ to meet his goal of a moon landing by the end of the 1960s. Why would an author use the word determined instead of pushy to describe a hungry puppy trying to get milk?T: ________________________________________________________________________Why would an author use the word pushy instead of persistent to describe a loud, aggressive salesman? S: ________________________________________________________________________ How did I/you identify the words that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence? How did I/you distinguish between the denotative and connotative meanings of the words? CFU 2 3

7. Skill Development/Guided Practice (continued) Answering ELA Questions 1 Determine what the question or prompt is asking. 2 Determine the ELA concept required. 3 Read the text to determine relevant information. 4 Answer the question. 5 Re-read the directions to determine if you answered all parts of the question. Read these names for professional athletic teams. Analyze whether the name has a positive or negative connotation, and describe its connotative meaning. Answering ELA Questions 1 What am I trying to find? 2 What do I know about this idea? 3 What words or information am I given? 4 Does my answer make sense? 5 Did I answer the original question? Application Explain why Pittsburgh Poodles would NOT be a good name for a pro football team. S: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ How did I/you determine what the question or prompt is asking? How did I/you determine the ELA concept required? How did I/you determine the relevant information? How did I/you answer the question? How did I/you determine if all parts of the question have been answered? CFU 1 2 3 4 5

8. Relevance The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associated with a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Distinguishing among the connotations of words with similar denotations will help you get a career in sales, marketing, advertising, songwriting, news reporting, radio, etc.. 1 Danielle is writing an article for the local paper about a new technology company. She had to decide whether to use words like geek, nerd, smart, intelligent, genius, or savvy. Distinguishing among the connotations of words with similar denotations will help you do well on tests. 2 Sample Test Question: 1. Read this sentence: Doctors get a reputation for being skilled, gifted, or sometimes incompetent. Which word has a negative connotation? A skilled B gifted C sometimes D incompetent Does anyone else have another reason why it is relevant to distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations? (Pair-Share) Why is it relevant to distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations? You may give one of my reasons or one of your own. Which reason is more relevant to you? Why? CFU

9. The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associated with a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Skill Closure Distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. Scan words and meanings. Read each sentence and identifywords that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence. (underline) Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of the words. (write) 1 2 3 Word Bank distinguish denotative connotative positive negative 1. A Abraham Lincoln has the reputation of being a very _________ president when speaking to the public. B The fallen celebrity was very _____________ when sharing and discussing the troubles from his past. C Carol’s _______ refusal to go to the prom with Mark made him upset and rethink wanting to go with her. D Employees appreciate __________ feedback from their boss so they know where they need to improve their work. Access Common Core Ulysses thought the sentence below used “scrawny” in a connotative, negative way. Was he correct or incorrect? Explain your answer. Henry is such a scrawny kid he barely can throw the ball past first base. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Summary Closure What did you learn today about distinguishing among the connotations of words with similar denotations? (Pair-Share) Use words from the word bank. Day 1 ____________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Day 2 ____________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________

10. Name Independent Practice The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associated with a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. Scan words and meanings. Read each sentence and identifywords that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence. (underline) Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of the words. (write) 1 2 3 1. A The teacher will ____________ the efforts of the students’ writing and give each of them a grade. B Sgt. Matthews uses a loud, strong voice to ________________ the new army recruits for their behavior. C The Ice Cream Company asked the volunteers to quickly _________ which ice cream sample was the best. D Tim had to ______________ whether it was more valuable to get a computer or a tablet to take to college. Why would an author use the word judge instead of criticize to describe an umpire calling a pitch a ball or a strike?T: ________________________________________________________________Why would an author use the word evaluate instead of criticize to describe a teacher’s comments while grading student work? S: _______________________________________________________________

11. Independent Practice (continued) The denotativemeaning of a word is its literaldictionary definition. The connotativemeaning of a word refers to the feelings or ideas associated with a word. Writers purposefully select words with positive and negative connotations to convey their feelings towards something or someone. Distinguish among the connotations of words with similar denotations. Scan words and meanings. Read each sentence and identifywords that suggest the meaning that completes the sentence. (underline) Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of the words. (write) 1 2 3 2. A Maria was so completely ________________ in baking a cake for her mother’s birthday that she didn’t notice the time. B The students seemed _________ on their lesson, but the teacher knew that vacation was on their mind. C Senator Withers was annoyingly ________________ on every single challenge to the 2nd Amendment. E Rap songs, rap dances, rap culture – Jessica was completely ____________ on everything rap. Why would an author use the word absorbed instead of focused to describe someone who can read an entire novel in one day?T: _______________________________________________________________Why would an author use the word fixated instead of focused to describe someone who watches the same movie over and over? S: _______________________________________________________________

12. Independent Practice (continued) Answering ELA Questions 1 Determine what the question or prompt is asking. 2 Determine the ELA concept required. 3 Read the text to determine relevant information. 4 Answer the question. 5 Re-read the directions to determine if you answered all parts of the question. Read these names for cars. Analyze whether the name has a positive or negative connotation, and describe its connotative meaning. Answering ELA Questions 1 What am I trying to find? 2 What do I know about this idea? 3 What words or information am I given? 4 Does my answer make sense? 5 Did I answer the original question? Application Explain why Subaru Brat and Chevy Citation were NOT good names for cars. S: _______________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ How did I/you determine what the question or prompt is asking? How did I/you determine the ELA concept required? How did I/you determine the relevant information? How did I/you answer the question? How did I/you determine if all parts of the question have been answered? CFU 1 2 3 4 5

13. Name Periodic Review 1 A Star halfback Roy Gray was _________ of himself for playing football and keeping his grades up. B Mario is an ______________ guy who always walks around giving orders to others. C The sophomore class was ____________ of its ability to raise $2,000 for charity last year. D Kathryn had a good voice and was ________________ she would get the part in the next musical. E Diana was ________________ she could pay for her cell phone each month because she worked two jobs. Access Common Core Identify words in the sentence that suggest the underlined word is used correctly. 1. The arrogant warden refused to hear complaints from the prisoners. 2. Paul was confident of a good grade on his report because he had done thorough research. 3. The proud mother showed off her new baby girl to her family and friends.

14. Name Periodic Review 2 A The big tackle on the football team did all his talking on the field; everywhere else, he was just a __________ guy. B Adam was so _____________________ that he didn’t have many friends at the school. C No matter how hectic things got before Christmas, Jan’s mother remained _______________. D Barbara was very ________________ after she broke up with her boyfriend; she didn’t interact much with anyone. E Jennifer and Jorge found a _____________ spot in the mountains where they could sit and enjoy nature. Access Common Core Determine whether the underlined words are used correctly. If incorrect, write a new sentence using the underlined word correctly. 1. They lived in a withdrawn, friendly neighborhood near the ocean. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ 2. The tranquil music could be heard playing in the hotel lobby. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ 3. His withdrawn personality helped him be a successful stand- up comedian. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ 4. Samuel is soft-spoken, and has a very quiet personality. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________

15. Name Periodic Review 3 A Your new boss will ______________ you on how to operate the ice cream machine. B Blaine said he could ________________ the food at the new restaurant near the school. C Ava was crying because she got a _____________ from a policeman along with a traffic ticket. D The teacher will ________ the students on not using cell phones in class and _________ them to turn off all phones. E Manoj will ____________ Shriya on how to use the computer and ________________ she get one for home. Access Common Core • Write a sentence using the word instruct correctly. • _______________________________________________________________ • Write a sentence using the word recommend correctly. • _______________________________________________________________ • Write a sentence using the word lecture correctly. • _______________________________________________________________

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