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Match each example with the choice that best fits the description. (15 points)

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The connotative definition of the word snake

The denotative definition of the word snake

A sentence featuring the literal meaning of the word snake

A sentence featuring a simile with the word snake

A sentence featuring a metaphor with the word snake

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The literal meaning of the word snake and

The a sentence feauturingza metaphor with the word snake.

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The connotative definition of the word snake - B) Todd was a snake in the grass, waiting for a chance to strike.

The denotative definition of the word snake - C) a scaly, limbless, elongated, sometimes venomous reptile

A sentence featuring the literal meaning of the word snake - A) Anita told everyone she would like a snake for her birthday.

A sentence featuring a simile with the word snake - E) The kite string was wrapped around the branch like a snake.

A sentence featuring a metaphor with the word snake - D) one who is trustworthy or presents an unseen danger

What is a connotative meaning

Connotative meaning refers to the additional associations, emotions, or implications that a word carries beyond its literal or explicit meaning (denotative meaning).

These associations are often subjective and can vary based on personal experiences, cultural backgrounds, or societal influences.

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Match each example with the choice that best fits the description. Match Term Definition The connotative definition of the word snake A) Anita told everyone she would like a snake for her birthday. The denotative definition of the word snake B) Todd was a snake in the grass, waiting for a chance to strike. A sentence featuring the literal meaning of the word snake C) a scaly, limbless, elongated, sometimes venomous reptile A sentence featuring a simile with the word snake D) one who is trustworthy or presents an unseen danger A sentence featuring a metaphor with the word snake E) The kite string was wrapped around the branch like a snake.

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