Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

A) Riot

B) Disturbance

C) Demonstration

D) Unlawful gathering

C - Demonstration has a positive (or good) connotation

The words riot, distubance, unlawful gathering all bring to mind violence and police force - which have a negative (or bad) connotation

C) Demonstration

Explanation:

"Demonstration" is the word in this list that has a positive connotation. The words "riot", "disturbance" and "unlawful gathering" all emphasize the negative aspects of such events. They focus on the lawlessness and chaos that usually accompany it. On the other hand, the word "demonstration" focuses on the feelings that are expressed in such meetings and the morality of these.