Use context clues to determine whether the bolded word in each sentence has a positive or negative connotation. Positive or Negative Connotation
Desmond’s witty stories made us laugh all night long.

Positive or Negative Connotation
Seth is so chatty that he won’t even listen to what anyone else has to say.

Positive or Negative Connotation
My brother is stingy because he refuses to share anything with me.

Positive or Negative Connotation
It’s fun to hang out with Serena because she’s always laid-back and relaxed.

Positive or Negative Connotation
Michaela is so modest, she never brags about her accomplishments.

1. Positive Connotation.

Desmond's stories made you laugh all night long.

(Meaning his stories were entertaining and amusing)

2. Negative Connotation

Seth talks so much that he doesnt care or want to listen to what other people want to say.

(Seth talks too much and doesnt wanna listen)

3. Negative Connotation

My brother is stingy because he refuses to share anything with me.

(The brother refuses to share anything, and wants to keep everything to himself.)

4. Positive Connotation

It's fun to hang out with Serena because she's always laid-back and relaxed.

(Serena is laid-back and relaxed and is not causing any trouble or problems and it puts the character in a good mood)

5. Positive Connotation

Michaela is so modest, she never brags about her accomplishments.

(She is respectful and caring towards others and doesnt mouth to everyone about how good she is.)

Explanation:

I hope this helps you out :)