Question 1
(04.02 LC)
Match the terms to their definitions.
Match
Term
Definition
Connotation
A) Addresses the dictionary definition of a word
Denotation
B) Addresses the emotional association with a word
Question 2
(04.02 MC)
Read the following passage. Then answer the question that follows.
In the summer of 1864, tensions between Native Americans and White settlers were high. A peacemaker, Cheyenne chief Black Kettle encouraged his tribe members to stay camped at Sand Creek to await further orders. However, Colonel John Chivington attacked at daylight on November 29, killing 400-500 Native Americans, and returned to Denver a hero. However, many soldiers wrote to the American government and newspapers their versions of the story. "Hundreds of women and children were coming towards us, and getting on their knees for mercy ..." With these testimonies, the actions by Chivington were classified as a(n) ________ massacre. Black Kettle survived the massacre and painfully tried to keep the peace by moving his tribe to reservation land in Oklahoma. Unfortunately, another massacre led by George Armstrong Custer would see his demise only four years later.
Considering the connotation of the following choices, which word would be the best fit for this passage?
A- infamous
B- merciful
C- renowned
D- sensitive
Question 3
(04.02 LC)
Match the affixes with their definitions.
Match
Term
Definition
Credo
A) Time
Chron
B) Believe
Path
C) Feeling
Question 4
(04.02 MC)
Using your knowledge of prefixes and suffixes, identify the following word's meaning.
The root of the word ineloquence is loquo, which means "to speak." Using your knowledge of affixes, which of the following best defines ineloquence?
A- A plea in a court of law
B- A satirical cartoon
C- A weak speech
D- A mispronunciation of a word in a speech
Question 5
(04.02 MC)
Using your knowledge of prefixes and suffixes, identify the following word's meaning.
The root of the word misnomer is nom, which means "name." Using your knowledge of affixes, which of the following best defines misnomer?
A- A first name or designation
B- A humorous name or designation
C- A last name or designation
D- A wrong name or designation
Question 6
(04.02 MC)
Which of the following sentences contains a bolded word that has a positive connotation?
Parisians protested vehemently against the pyramid's design. The dog's pungent breath wafted up from the floor. The trash can's acrid smell wafted into the open window. Through the lens of Leah's camera, the world's vibrant colors shine through.
Question 7
(04.02 MC)
Which of the following sentences contains a bolded word that has a negative connotation?
Because of Meera's tenacious nature, her garden survived through the frost period. Constantly covering the plants every night to protect them from the cold allowed them to survive. Grant is known to have a magnetic personality. He is constantly surrounded at parties by people eager to hear his stories; they hang on his every word. Penelope's lackadaisical approach to finding a job has not yielded any results. The artist's unique approach to realism was refreshing and riveting. The area surrounding his installment was often crowded.
Question 8
(04.02 MC)
Read the following passage. Then answer the question that follows.
The new housing development that is being proposed would destroy the small-town feel of this community. The addition of 500 homes would negatively impact multiple facets of the life we now know: noise pollution will become invasive, our schools will become jam-packed, and the increase in traffic will become ________. This proposal should be adamantly refused by our community members so we can maintain this way of life we all know and love.
Considering the connotation of the following choices, which word would be the best fit for this passage?
A- inopportune
B- irritating
C- trying
D- unsuitable
Question 9
(04.02 LC)
Match the prefixes with their definitions.
