MATH EXCELLENCE ACADEMY OF BINALONAN, INC.

Canarvacanan, Binalonan, Pangasinan

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ENGLISH 10
QUARTER 4: WEEK: 3-4
Worksheet No.: 2

Title of the Activity: Connotations and Denotations/Subject Verb Agreement

Most Essential Learning Competency:

1. Give expanded definitions of words
2. Observe correct grammar in making definitions
K to 12 BEC CG: EN10V-IIIa-13.9; EN10G-IIa-29

PART 1

Directions: Read and understand carefully the following

statements. Each pair of phrases includes synonyms with
different connotations. Put a + sign
on the line next to the one with a positive connotation, and a – on the line next to
the one with a negative connotation. (2 points each)
1. A strong reek _____ 4. Spoke with arrogance _____
A strong aroma _____ Spoke with confidence _____
2. A charismatic leader _____ 5. Ratty clothes _____
A pushy leader _____ Casual clothes _____
3. A bold plan _____ 6. Easygoing attitude _____
A reckless plan _____ Lazy attitude _____

PART 2
Directions: Read and understand carefully the following statements. Choose
the correct form of the verb that agrees with the subject. Underline the correct
answer.

1. Annie and her brothers (is, are) at school.

2. Either my mother or my father (is, are) coming to the meeting.
3. The dog or the cats (is, are) outside.
4. Either my shoes or your coat (is, are) always on the floor.
5. George and Tamara (doesn't, don't) want to see that movie.
6. Benito (doesn't, don't) know the answer.
7. One of my sisters (is, are) going on a trip to France.
8. The man with all the birds (live, lives) on my street.
9. The movie, including all the previews, (take, takes) about two hours to watch.
10. The players, as well as the captain, (want, wants) to win.

PART 3 (PERFORMANCE TASK)

Directions: Read and understand carefully the following chart. Complete
the chart on what is being asked.

Reference:
https://www.tangischools.org/cms/lib/LA01001731/Centricity/Domain/3688/Con%20and
%20Den.ppt

Answer Key:
Simple Activities
Moderate Activities
1. Annie and her brothers are at school.
2. Either my mother or my father is coming to the meeting.
3. The dog or the cats are outside.
4. Either my shoes or your coat is always on the floor.
5. George and Tamara don't want to see that movie.
6. Benito doesn't know the answer.
7. One of my sisters is going on a trip to France.
8. The man with all the birds lives on my street.
9. The movie, including all the previews, takes about two hours to watch.
10. The players, as well as the captain, want to win.

Challenging Activities