Question

vocabulary quiz: context clues and connotation vs. denotation
expressing the connotation: read each sentence. choose the word that better expresses the connotation given at the beginning of the sentence.
1.) negative: the warranty will cover any (problems, defects) that appear during the first three months.
2.) positive: in paris, we kept going to the same restaurant to enjoy the wonderful meals that a renowned chef created with remarkable (skill, finesse).
3.) negative: without any warning, the prisoner became irritable and (volatile, impatient), demanding to be released.
4.) neutral: most people do not complain when gas prices (fall, plummet).
5.) negative: the regime tried to (remove, excise) all the books that contained controversial ideas.
using context clues: select the synonym or brief definition for the underlined word.
6.) the churlish girl teased the kindergartener; she is so rude!
a. kind
b. older
c. silly
d. mean
7.) ben had a real dilemma! he had to come up with a funny story to tell the class, and he had to do it fast!
a. problem
b. situation
c. homework assignment
d. story
8.) her quiet, timid ways made us guess her true feelings about the story because she kept her ideas to herself.
a. foolish
b. selfish
c. reserved
d. ambitious
9.) it was difficult to listen to tommy speak because his shrill voice sounded like nails on a chalkboard.
a. loud
b. pleasant
c. deep
d. sharp
10.) the lithe boy was perfect for the basketball team because he was strong yet quick on the court.
a. bulky
b. slender
c. agile
d. obese

Explanation:

Question 1

For the negative connotation, "defects" has a more negative implication than "problems" as it implies a flaw.

For positive connotation, "finesse" implies a more refined and positive skill in cooking compared to just "skill".

For negative connotation, "volatile" suggests a more extreme and negative emotional state than "impatient".

Answer:

defects

Question 2