Question

what word indicates a literal meaning? (1 point)
○ analogy
○ tone
○ denotation
○ connotation

Explanation:

• Analogy: A comparison between two things, not related to literal meaning.
• Tone: Refers to the author's attitude in writing, not about literal meaning.
• Denotation: The literal or dictionary meaning of a word.
• Connotation: The associated or secondary meaning of a word, not literal.

Answer:

C. denotation