Question

when analyzing the connotative meaning of the word \home\ in a story, which aspect should you focus on? (5 points)
the emotional associations and feelings the word evokes
the words grammatical function in the sentence
the number of syllables in the word
the dictionary definition of a dwelling place
which sentence demonstrates the most effective use of connotative language to create a somber tone? (5 points)
the gentleman strolled along the avenue.
the figure trudged through the empty corridor.
the man walked down the street.
the person moved toward the building.
how does the denotative meaning of \childish\ differ from \childlike\ when describing a character? (5 points)
they can only be used to describe actual children.
\childlike\ is always negative while \childish\ is positive.
\childish\ suggests immaturity while \childlike\ suggests innocence or wonder.
they have identical meanings in all contexts.

Explanation:

1. Connotation refers to the emotional - and associative meanings a word evokes, not its grammatical function, number of syllables, or dictionary definition.
2. "Trudged" in "The figure trudged through the empty corridor" has a somber connotation as it implies a heavy, slow movement, creating a more somber tone compared to neutral words like "strolled", "walked", and "moved".
3. "Childish" has a negative connotation suggesting immaturity, while "childlike" has a more positive connotation suggesting innocence or wonder.

Answer:

1. The emotional associations and feelings the word evokes
2. The figure trudged through the empty corridor.
3. "Childish" suggests immaturity while "childlike" suggests innocence or wonder.