Lexical Impressions

Worksheet Description

This worksheet guides students in unraveling the author’s deliberate selection of words.

After noting the text’s title, students meticulously compile a list of words along with their corresponding page numbers and connotations. They then consider the nuances and implications of these word choices, reflecting on how they collectively shape the narrative’s impact.

Students contemplate how positive, negative, or neutral connotations influence character portrayal, mood, and thematic resonance. By engaging with the text on a lexical level, students gain a deeper understanding of the author’s craft and intention.

This worksheet encourages students to appreciate the intricate art of word selection and its profound role in crafting an evocative and thought-provoking story.