Synonyms & Antonyms
Which word does not belong in this group?
Happy, joyful, elegant, cheery
elegant
Which sentence does not support this topic sentence? Going outside everyday is good for many reasons.
a.Sunshine provides natural Vitamin D
b.Spending time outside makes you hungry.
c.Fresh air keeps your body healthy.
b.Spending time outside makes you hungry.
What is the main idea?
If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!
A.Sometimes people feel sad
B.You should do good things for others
C.We’re not always happy
D.There are many ways to feel better.
D. There are many ways to make yourself feel better when you are sad.
Which supporting detail does NOT belong?
-Bears eat fish
-Bears eat berries
-Bears are scary animals
-Bears eat insects
-Bears are scary animals
What is the direct object in the following sentence:
“The students played chess after school.”
chess
Which word is the antonym from this group?:
"usual, typical, unique, ordinary, normal"
unique
Which supporting detail does not go along with the main idea: Jobs of bees
-Bees are black and yellow
-Queen bees run the hive
-Worker bees work outside of the hive.
-Drones take care of the hive and the bee eggs
Bees are black and yellow
What is the main idea?
Gustavo has a new pet. His pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Gustavo put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Gustavo plays with his kitten when it is awake. He never forgets to feed his kitten.
A.The kitten sleeps a lot.
B.Gustavo’s new pet is a kitten.
C.Gustavo wants a new pet.
D.Gustavo plays with his kitten.
B.Gustavo’s new pet is a kitten.
Which supporting detail does NOT belong?
-In December, people celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, and other celebrations
-In February, people celebrate Valentine's Day
-My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving
-People celebrate the Fourth of July in the summer
My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving.
What is the direct object in the following sentence:
“After dinner, Biggie ate his Greenie.”
Greenie
Which word is the antonym of "convince"?
a. discourage
b. persuade
c. sway
d. influence
a. discourage
Which supporting detail does NOT go with the main idea: How to make a pizza?
-Put the pizza in the oven for 20 minutes
-Add tomato sauce, cheese, and other toppings to the dough
-Pizza is a type of Italian food
-Slice the pizza into 8 piece and enjoy!
-Pizza is a type of Italian food
What is the main idea of the following paragraph?
I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparent’s house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!
The main idea of this passage is:
A. Weekends are times to travel.
B. The writer enjoys spending time with family.
C. The writer’s grandparents live far away.
D. The writer is sad to leave her cousins.
B. The writer enjoys spending time with family.
Which supporting detail does NOT belong?
-Books can be about countries and other cultures
-Books are fun to read
-Books can be make believe like a fairy tale
-Some books are about famous people and the important things they have done.
Books are fun to read
What is the direct object in the following sentence:
“Monie ate a big slice of pizza for breakfast.”
pizza
If someone is stingy. They are also _____.
a. generous
b. greedy
c. sweet
d. hospitable
b. greedy
Which supporting detail does NOT go with the main idea: Giraffes are unique animals
-Giraffes are the tallest mammal in the world.
-Giraffes sleep for only 20 minutes a day to stay alert for predators.
-Lions live near giraffes
-Giraffes coat varies in color from white to nearly black, depending on what they eat and where they live.
Lions live near giraffes.
I have a dog whose name is Paco. He is almost 10 years old. Paco is very loveable with a brown face and short black fur. He is one of my best friends. He plays with me, sleeps with me, and goes on walks with me. I am so glad to have him around. I love him.
The main idea of this passage is:
A. The dog’s name is Paco.
B. Everyone should have a dog.
C. The writer's dog is an important part of his life.
D. The dog is cute and sweet.
C. The writer's dog is an important part of his life.
Which supporting detail does NOT belong?
-Pets are a big responsibility.
-Pets need to be fed every single day
-Pets make you happy
-Pets should be taken outside to exercise. -
-Pets need lots of love and attention
-Pets make you happy
What is the direct object in the following sentence:
“Elliott sang ”Living on a Prayer” on karaoke night.
"Living on a Prayer"
I got a flat tire and then got stuck in traffic for 2 hours. Therefore, I had to postpone my meeting.
A synonym for postpone is ____.
a. hurry
b. sprint
c. delay
d. reserve
c. delay
Which supporting detail does NOT go with the main idea: There are many different ways to make yourself feel better when you are sad.
-You can exercise or go for a walk
-You can draw a picture
-You can write a letter to a friend or write in a journal
-You should think of a sad movie
You should think of a sad movie
Bodhi gripped the bat in his hands. His palms were sweaty but he took a deep breath as he stepped up to the plate. He had to score a run or his team would lose the game. When the pitcher threw a fastball, Bodhi's reflexes took over and he heard the “Crack!” of the bat hitting the ball. His heart raced with excitement as he ran to first base. He was safe!
The main idea of this passage is:
A. Bodhi plays baseball.
B. Bodhi scores a homerun.
C. How to play baseball.
D. Bodhi overcomes his nerves and makes it to first base.
D. Bodhi overcomes his nerves and makes it to first base.
Which supporting detail does NOT belong with the main idea: There are many helpers in the community.
-Firefighters help keep people safe
-Teachers help students learn
-Mail carriers deliver packages and mail
-Police officers patrol the streets
-Zookeepers have a fun job
-Zookeepers have a fun job
”Max and his family went to Disneyland during spring break.”
The subject is: ________.
The predicate is:_______.
The direct object is:________.
Subject: Max and his family
Predicate: went to Disneyland during spring break
Direct object: Disneyland