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Negative expressions can include words like ______, never, and neither.
Negative expressions can include words like ______, never, and neither.
none
When expressing disappointment, one might use the word ______ to convey negative feelings.
When expressing disappointment, one might use the word ______ to convey negative feelings.
dismay
A common prefix used to create a negative meaning is ______, as in 'unhappy'.
A common prefix used to create a negative meaning is ______, as in 'unhappy'.
un
In mathematics, the rule states that ______ times ______ equals a positive result.
In mathematics, the rule states that ______ times ______ equals a positive result.
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An example of figurative language that exaggerates for effect is ______.
An example of figurative language that exaggerates for effect is ______.
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A common prefix that denotes a negative meaning is ______.
A common prefix that denotes a negative meaning is ______.
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In mathematics, the rule states that a negative times a negative results in a ______.
In mathematics, the rule states that a negative times a negative results in a ______.
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An example of a negative expression is ______, which can be used to indicate absence.
An example of a negative expression is ______, which can be used to indicate absence.
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A ______ is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
A ______ is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
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To emphasize a point through exaggeration, one might use ______.
To emphasize a point through exaggeration, one might use ______.
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Study Notes
Negative Examples
- None, never, neither
- No one, no way, nobody
- Nowhere, no, not
- Prefixes like un, in, im, in, mis, dis
Negative Examples - When to Use
- When expressing negation and negative expression
- When expressing disappointment
Mathematical Application
- Mathematical rules can be applied in recognizing positive and negative messages
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- x + = +
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- x - = -
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- x - = +
Figurative Language
- Positive and negative messages in a text can also be expressed implicitly
- Simile is the comparison of two different things using as or like
- Hyperbole is the use of exaggeration or overstatement to emphasize a point
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Description
Explore the concept of negative expressions in language and mathematics through this quiz. Learn when to use negative examples and how mathematical rules apply to positive and negative messages. Additionally, discover how figurative language can convey these concepts implicitly.
