Question

1. words that have the same denotation are called

a) acronyms
b) homonyms
c) synonyms
d) antonyms

1. identify the word that has the more positive connotation

a) youthful
b) immature

1. which of the following words has a more positive connotation?

a) restrict
b) limit

1. grandpa came to their house every summer. sure, grandpa could be a real prune, but that was just grandpa!

what is the denotation of the word prune?
a) raisin
b) apricot
c) dried plum
d) grape

Explanation:

• For question 24: Synonyms are words with the same denotation. Acronyms are formed from the initial letters of a name or phrase. Homonyms have the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings. Antonyms have opposite meanings.
• For question 25: "Youthful" has a positive connotation associated with energy and vitality, while "immature" has a more negative connotation related to lack of development.
• For question 26: "Restrict" and "limit" are similar in meaning, but "limit" can sometimes be more neutral - "restrict" can have a more negative connotation in some contexts.
• For question 27: The denotation of "prune" is a dried plum. A raisin is a dried grape, an apricot is a different fruit, and a grape is a fresh fruit.

Answer:

1. c) synonyms
2. a) Youthful
3. b) Limit
4. c) dried plum