Context and Connotation Answer Key

This worksheet presents sentences in which the underlined word can have a positive or negative connotation depending on context. Students read carefully and determine the intended emotional meaning by circling “Positive” or “Negative.” This activity strengthens reading comprehension and teaches learners to use contextual clues to interpret tone. By analyzing how writers shape impressions through subtle word choice, students sharpen their interpretive skills. This worksheet also builds vocabulary awareness and supports close-reading strategies.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Context Clues for Tone Interpretation

English Language Arts – Evaluating Positive and Negative Connotations

English Language Arts – Close Reading and Text Analysis

English Language Arts – Vocabulary and Nuanced Word Meaning

This worksheet is part of our Connotation vs. Denotation Worksheets collection.