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What does the term 'juxtaposition' refer to?
What does the term 'juxtaposition' refer to?
- The use of symbols to convey deeper meanings
- A style of writing that focuses on mood
- Creating a narrative through dialogue
- Contrasting two things by putting them close together (correct)
The term 'enchanted' carries a negative connotation.
The term 'enchanted' carries a negative connotation.
False (B)
What societal idea does Daisy's quote about being a 'fool' reflect?
What societal idea does Daisy's quote about being a 'fool' reflect?
Girls don't have to be smart; they just have to be pretty.
In literature, the ____ of a word refers to the emotions and associations that it evokes.
In literature, the ____ of a word refers to the emotions and associations that it evokes.
Match the following terms with their meanings:
Match the following terms with their meanings:
What does denotation refer to?
What does denotation refer to?
Connotation can only be positive in context.
Connotation can only be positive in context.
Provide an example of a word with a negative connotation from The Great Gatsby.
Provide an example of a word with a negative connotation from The Great Gatsby.
The word 'eyesore' has a ________ connotation based on Nick's description of his house.
The word 'eyesore' has a ________ connotation based on Nick's description of his house.
Which term describes the idea or feeling that a word invokes?
Which term describes the idea or feeling that a word invokes?
Match the character with their associated connotation in The Great Gatsby:
Match the character with their associated connotation in The Great Gatsby:
The word 'benediction' has only a neutral connotation in The Great Gatsby.
The word 'benediction' has only a neutral connotation in The Great Gatsby.
What does the juxtaposition of 'enchanted' and 'repelled' reveal about Nick's emotions?
What does the juxtaposition of 'enchanted' and 'repelled' reveal about Nick's emotions?
Flashcards
Denotation
Denotation
The literal meaning of a word, usually found in a dictionary.
Connotation
Connotation
The cultural, historical, or societal feelings associated with a word. It's the vibe it gives off.
Positive Connotation
Positive Connotation
A term that has a positive feeling or mood associated with it, like 'nice' or 'lovely'.
Negative Connotation
Negative Connotation
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Neutral Connotation
Neutral Connotation
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Juxtaposition of Connotation
Juxtaposition of Connotation
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Enchanted and Repelled Connotation
Enchanted and Repelled Connotation
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Connotation in "The Great Gatsby"
Connotation in "The Great Gatsby"
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Juxtaposition
Juxtaposition
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Connotative Word Choice
Connotative Word Choice
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Evoke Emotion in the Reader
Evoke Emotion in the Reader
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Study Notes
Connotation and Denotation in The Great Gatsby
- Denotation: The literal meaning of a word, found in a dictionary.
- Connotation: The cultural, historical, and societal meaning of a word; an idea or feeling a word evokes. Can be positive, negative, or neutral.
- Connotation is crucial in The Great Gatsby to illustrate the time period, character development and the author's intent to invoke reader emotion.
Examples from The Great Gatsby
- Nick's house: "My own house was an eyesore, but it was a small eyesore." Negative connotation (ugly house).
- Tom's view of Gatsby: "...I picked him for a bootlegger the first time I saw him." Negative connotation (Gatsby is viewed as a criminal).
- "Benediction": The literal meaning (denotation) is closing a religious ceremony. Different connotations exist throughout the novel:
- Mr. Wolfsheim’s use: Negative connotation, dismissing Gatsby.
- The narrator’s use: Positive connotation, the sun's peaceful setting.
- Nick's internal conflict: "I was within and without simultaneously enchanted and repelled by the inexhaustible variety of life." The juxtaposition of "enchanted" (positive) and "repelled" (negative) shows Nick's complex feelings.
- Daisy's view of a "fool": "I hope she'll be a fool--that's the best thing a girl can be in this world, a beautiful little fool." The denotation is someone lacking intelligence. Connotation = societal expectation within the time period that women's intelligence was not valued.
- Words like "enchanted" and "repelled" produce juxtaposition of emotion, while positive words like "nice" produce positive feelings in the reader.
Importance of Connotation
- Authors use connotation to convey specific messages and evoke strong reader reactions.
- This is essential for engaging the reader in fictional literature by using the right words.
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Explore the significance of connotation and denotation in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby. This quiz examines how these concepts enhance the understanding of character development and the overall themes within the novel. Dive into examples that illustrate the emotional impact of word choice in this classic literary work.
