Ms Mc Laughlins Vocabulary Cards Vocabulary Rubric Scoring

Ms. Mc. Laughlin’s Vocabulary Cards

Vocabulary Rubric Scoring Criteria Unacceptable (0) Needs Improvement (2) Proficient (4) Denotation (Definition) Does not clearly communicate the meaning of the word or concept Clearly communicates a portion of the meaning of the word or concept Clearly communicates the full meaning of the word or concept Connotation Does not clearly communicate the meaning of the word or concept and no use of context clues Clearly communicates a portion of the meaning of the word or concept; sometimes uses context clues Clearly communicates the full meaning of the word or concept; shows proof that context clues were used Image Does not provide an image that reflects understanding of the word or concept Provides an image that reflects some understanding of the word or concept Provides an image that reflects understanding of the word or concept Synonym/ Antonym Does not include an accurate synonym and antonym Offers one synonym and antonym that clearly demonstrates understanding Offers two synonyms and antonyms that clearly demonstrates understanding (Your definition and the context clues that help you come up with the meaning)

*an example Connotation Irony image something that seems strange and humorous Denotation synonyms sarcasm the expression of one's meaning by satire using language that normally antonyms signifies the opposite, typically for serious humorous or emphatic effect. respect

apparent Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

sullen Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

swaggered Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

leafed Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

pestered Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

snarled Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

stunt Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

gritty Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

desperation Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

gritting Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

trudging Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

emerged Connotation image Denotation synonyms antonym

Questions Answer the following questions (in blue) and create a Venn Diagram for your comparison of the words on the next slide Which word or words had different connotation and denotation meanings? Choose one of these words and compare and contrast its connotative and denotative meaning. How do context clues alter the original meaning of a word?