Post on 04-Jan-2016
Today we will review how to
determine between synonyms and
antonyms
What are synonyms? Synonyms are
words that have the same or similar meaning
The words means the same thing!
What are antonyms? Antonyms are words that have
opposite meanings. The words are different!
How can I remember? Synonym and
Same both start with an S
Antonym is the opposite!
How do you figure it out?
1. Read the word in the question ONLY. 2. Think about what it means. 3. Double Check: Is the question asking
for a Synonym or Antonym? 4. Look at ALL of your choices and
think about what they mean. 5. Choose the best option.
Let’s Practice! 1. Read the word in the
question ONLY. 2. Think about what it
means. 3. Double Check: Is the
question asking for a Synonym or Antonym?
4. Look at ALL of your choices and think about what they mean.
5. Choose the best option.
Which word means the opposite of fast?
A) QuickB) FierceC) SlowD) Fact
C) Slow
More Practice!Which word means the
same as conclude?
A) EmergencyB) EndC) ContinueD) Start
B) End
1. Read the word in the question ONLY.
2. Think about what it means.
3. Double Check: Is the question asking for a Synonym or Antonym?
4. Look at ALL of your choices and think about what they mean.
5. Choose the best option.
Practice Makes Perfect!
1. Read the word in the question ONLY.
2. Think about what it means.
3. Double Check: Is the question asking for a Synonym or Antonym?
4. Look at ALL of your choices and think about what they mean.
5. Choose the best option.
Read the following sentence:
She knew that there were abundant bamboo pieces for both.
Which word is a synonym for abundant?
a. Plentiful
b. Few
c. Tasty
d. Poor
Keep going!What is the opposite
of the word shallow?
a)Deep
b)Empty
c)Wide
d)Sweet
1. Read the word in the question ONLY.
2. Think about what it means.
3. Double Check: Is the question asking for a Synonym or Antonym?
4. Look at ALL of your choices and think about what they mean.
5. Choose the best option.
a) deep
Last One
What is a synonym for the word narrow?
A) wide B) thin C) sparrow D) nice
1. Read the word in the question ONLY.
2. Think about what it means.
3. Double Check: Is the question asking for a Synonym or Antonym?
4. Look at ALL of your choices and think about what they mean.
5. Choose the best option.
B) Thin
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