Which response most accurately distinguishes between the denotative and connotative meanings of the word realist? the denotation of realist is “someone who understands the world accurately,” and the connotation is that she is reliable and effective. the denotation of realist is “someone who always keeps their promises,” and the connotation is that she has many inventive ideas. the denotation of realist is “someone who always keeps promises,” and the connotation is that she is not a hopeful person. the denotation of realist is “someone who understands the world accurately,” and the connotation is that she is ambitious and creative.

The denotation of realist is “someone who understands the world accurately,” and the connotation is that she is reliable and effective.

Explanation:

The denotation of a word is the dictionary definition. It is the literal meaning of the word. The connotative meaning of a word is the feeling or idea it invokes that is different or more than its denotative meaning. It is the secondary meaning of the word. The word realist is defined as "someone who understands the world accurately". The person sees the world exactly for what it is. The connotative is that this person is reliable and effective. A realist is not usually considered ambitious and creative because they do not see the world in a way other than how it is.

The denotion of realist is 'someone who understands the world accurately,' andthe connotation is that she is reliable and effective.

Explanation:

The denotation of a word is the actual, dictionary defintion. A person who is a realist sees the world as it 'really' is.

The connotation of a word is the implication or what society feels the would means - usually with an emotional twist.

1. B

2. B

3. B

4. A

5. D

6. D

7. A

8. Receptors in the nose and tongue helped our ancestor to choose foods which were nutritious and energy-giving while avoiding those others which were toxic.

The quote below is from the article, "A Matter of Taste".

"Sweet tastes, like those of ripe fruits, suggest a food that provides needed energy. Every calorie (a   measure of food energy) was important to our ancient hunting and gathering ancestors. Bitter tastes,  on the other hand, could indicate poison. Many plants produce bitter toxins to keep from being eaten.

Sourness might mean a fruit is unripe and indigestible or even spoiled, or it could point out a  dangerous acid. Salt is something we need (in moderation) for our muscles and nerves to work  properly. "

Explanation:

1. B. Humans have taste receptors that are unique to them and will likely taste  different things in food.

2. B. “When the brain combines the signals from the tongue and the nose, it figures  out the food’s identity from its flavor.” (Paragraph 4)

3. B. to provide an example of an experiment that engages the four main tastes

4. A. It shows that there was false information about the tongue for a long time.

5. A. built-in

6. D. Crops that are bred to have greater yields naturally have fewer sweet-enhancing  volatiles.

7. A. It provides information about one scientist who is learning about taste and  educating others.

8. Receptors in the nose and tongue helped our ancestor to choose foods which were nutritious and energy-giving while avoiding those others which were toxic.

The quote below is from the article, "A Matter of Taste".

"Sweet tastes, like those of ripe fruits, suggest a food that provides needed energy. Every calorie (a   measure of food energy) was important to our ancient hunting and gathering ancestors. Bitter tastes,  on the other hand, could indicate poison. Many plants produce bitter toxins to keep from being eaten.

Sourness might mean a fruit is unripe and indigestible or even spoiled, or it could point out a  dangerous acid. Salt is something we need (in moderation) for our muscles and nerves to work  properly. "