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Karen had a lot of attributes. She is thoughtful and generous, friendly and outgoing. She has a strong personality when it comes to tasks but she considers your suggestions and ideas. It is no wonder that she is well-liked by her classmates and teachers.
What is a synonym for attributes?
characteristics, qualities, traits
Constant reminders like raise your hands when you want to recite, ask permission when you need to go to the washroom, and keep your areas neat and tidy make the class disciplined and orderly.
What is the definition of constant?
regularly happening
I am reluctant to eat the food on the table because I am allergic to it.
Give your own definition of reluctant.showing hesitation or unwillingness
It is vital to have your blood extracted when you are having in-and-off fever for days. The doctors need to check your white blood cell and platelet count to see if you are suffering from dengue or not.
Give two synonyms for vital.
important, necessary, crucial, essential
Last summer, our family went to a massive mall in Dubai. There are probably thousands of shops in there!
Use the word massive in a sentence.
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Our environment is continuously deteriorating because of different kinds of pollution. Soon, there won't be enough clean air for all of us. What are you doing to stop this?
Give your definition of the word deteriorate.
to worsen or to progressively be worse
The Philippine Eagle is becoming extinct because of continuous animal hunting. We have to find more sanctuaries where they can be safe and be well-taken care of.
What part of speech is sanctuary?
noun
When answering essay questions, be concise. Explain your important points directly. Avoid mentioning unnecessary ideas that would confuse your reader.
Give an antonym for concise.
lengthy, wordy, long, verbose
They say that our country has meager resources that's why many are poor. I don't believe in this. We have rich natural resources we can use to be progressive if only we use them properly.
What is an antonym for meager?
plentiful, abundant, many, enough, ample
I commend all those who are always on time. They are punctual because they also respect the time of others.
Use commend in a sentence.
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I woke up today with an excruciating pain. It hurts a lot when I my head. I can't raise my head nor turn it left or right. I have to turn my whole body if I want to speak to someone. Can you suggest a cure for stiff neck?
What part of speech is excruciating?
adjective
To supplement your grammar lessons, answer more exercises in your workbook. You may also quiz your friends and classmates!
What is the meaning of supplement?
to add or to support; something that completes or makes an addition
Joanne's parents are out of town so she had to fend for herself. In the morning, she work up earlier than usual so she can prepare her breakfast and pack her snacks and lunch. When she gets home, she prepares a simple dinner and does her homework so she can sleep early.
What is the meaning of fend?
to provide for or to look after oneself
This year, I will graduate from elementary. I have to strive harder to be able to reach my goal of having an award. I can do this!
Give a synonym for strive.
work hard, go all out
I was reluctant to eat the food on the table because I am allergic to it.
Use the word reluctant in a sentence.
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