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?
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