Answer:
1. (a)Connotations, 2. (b) Semicolon
Step-by-step explanation:
Connotations
Connotations, are a special type or flavor of a word, when an extra understood meanings that carries in addition to its main meaning connotation is described as either as a negative or positive or, with regard to its displeasing or pleasing of emotional connection.
Semi colon
A semicolon can be used between two independent clauses, that are closely related but ensures that they are not joined already by a coordinating conjunction.