Which strategy connects words with their meanings using overlapping categories?

• A. Glossary
• B. Semantic map
• C. Venn diagram
• D. Word wall

Answer: (C)

This item is about showing how word meanings relate by overlapping categories. A Venn diagram uses circles that intersect, so you can place words or meaning traits in the circles and clearly see what meanings they share in the overlapping region. The overlap highlights semantic similarities, while the parts outside the overlap show where meanings diverge or carry different nuances. This visual makes relationships between words tangible, helping learners compare shades of meaning and see connections at a glance. In contrast, a glossary is just a list of definitions, a semantic map (while useful for linking ideas) becomes a broader network rather than focusing on precise overlaps, and a word wall groups words by theme or category rather than showing how meanings intersect.