Question

Read this sentence from Paragraph 2 of the passage.

These words sank deep into my heart, stirred up sentiments within that lay slumbering, and called into existence an entirely new train of thought.

What is the connotative meaning of the word heart as it is used in this sentence?


the deepest part of Douglass's being

the feelings of goodwill that Douglass has

Douglass's willingness to perserve


Douglass's capacity to love






Part B

What effect does the author's use of the word heart have on the meaning in this passage?


It shows how deeply Douglass wants to be free.

It shows that Douglass is brave and courageous.

It shows that Douglass has goodwill for everyone.

It shows that Douglass has a big heart.
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Answer 1

The connotative meaning of the word heart as it is used in the sentence is " the feelings of goodwill that Douglass has" (Option B).

What effect does the author's use of the word heart have on the meaning in this passage?

It shows how deeply Douglass wants to be free. (Option A). The textual evidence that backs this up is found in the following sentence: "From that moment, I understood the pathway from slavery to freedom".

It is to be noted that connotative means secondary meaning or additional meaning.

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