Distinguish connotation from denotation; choose words with intentional connotation (L.5.5.c stretch)
Exercise
Difficulty 3
~7 min
eng.g5.s.ex_18
Connotation Gradient Sort
Prompt
Sort 8 connotation-gradient cards into 3 columns: positive / neutral / negative. Then find 1 word in YOUR draft where connotation could be sharper; replace.
How it's presented
mode
card sort plus revision
Answer criteria
type
rubric
criteria
8 cards sorted by valence1 word in own draft swappedSwap improves tone-match
Hints
- Cheap vs. thrifty: same denotation (spends little); different connotation.
- Match swap to your named TONE.
Misconceptions to watch
- Swaps without checking tone-match
- All cards in one column
Used in lessons