Synonyms & Antonyms
Which word means nearly the same as angry?
A. Upset
B. Excited
C. Relaxed
A. Upset
Sentence: It was freezing outside, so Marcus put on his shorts, sandals, and a tank top to stay warm.
What does not make sense?
Answer: Shorts, sandals, and a tank top would not keep him warm in freezing weather. He should wear a coat, pants, and warm shoes.
Use infinite in a sentence
There are infinite possibilities of the things you can do
Your friend wants to go to the school basketball game after school, but you would rather go home. Your friend says, “You never want to do anything fun!”
Question: What could you say to explain your feelings without starting an argument?
“I do like spending time with you, but I'm tired today. Can we make plans another time?”
"Emma was generous and shared her lunch with a classmate who had forgotten to bring food."
Which word is the opposite of generous?
A. Helpful
B. Selfish
C. Kind
What is Answer: B. Selfish
Generous means: willing to give or share with others
Sentence: The student arrived early to class, but she was late because she got there before everyone else.
What is incorrect about this sentence?
Answer: Arriving before everyone else generally means she was early, not late.
Use Modify in a sentence
I had to modify the document before I published it.
You overhear a group of classmates planning to go out together after school. You thought you were friends with them, but nobody invited you.
Question: What could you say if you wanted to find out whether you could join them?
“That sounds fun! Would it be okay if I came too?”
After working a long shift and staying up late to finish homework, Jordan felt tired and could barely keep his eyes open.
Which word means nearly the same as exhausted?
A. Bored
B. Worried
C. Tired
Answer: C. Tired
Exhausted Meaning: Needing rest or sleep.
Sentence: The directions were simple and easy to follow, so nobody understood what they were supposed to do.
Explain the problem.
Answer: If the directions were simple and easy to follow, it does not make sense that nobody understood them.
Use resident in a sentence
I am a resident of Monroe County
The surgical resident assisted the attending during the operation.
You are working on a group project. One classmate keeps talking about unrelated things and hasn't completed their part. The project is due tomorrow.
Question: What could you say to get the group back on track without being rude?
“We need to finish this by tomorrow. Can we figure out which part you can complete today?”
The school hired a temporary teacher to cover the class for two weeks until the regular teacher returned.
Which word is the opposite of temporary?
A. Brief
B. Permanent
C. Recent
Answer: B. Permanent
Temporary Meaning: limited time, brief
Sentence: After studying every night for two weeks, the student was completely unprepared for the test because he had reviewed all the material.
What is the inconsistency?
Answer: Studying and reviewing all the material would usually help him prepare, rather than explain why he was completely unprepared.
Use admirable in a sentence
Loyalty was her most admirable quality.
You are explaining your opinion during a class discussion. Another student repeatedly interrupts you before you can finish speaking.
Question: What could you say to stand up for yourself respectfully?
“I want to hear what you think, but can I finish what I was saying first?”
The student's answers were accurate because every response matched the information in the textbook.
Which word means nearly the same as accurate?
A. Correct
B. Complicated
C. Unusual
Answer: A. Correct
Accurate meaning: Correct or free from mistakes.
Sentence: The employee was praised for being dishonest because he always told the truth and never misled anyone.
Identify the semantic absurdity and correct it.
Answer: Dishonest means not truthful, but the rest of the sentence describes an honest person. Replace dishonest with honest.
The President issued a decree making the day a national holiday.
A friend sends you a short text that says, “Whatever. Do what you want.” You think they might be angry with you, but you aren't sure.
Question: What could you say to clarify the situation instead of assuming the worst?
I'm not sure how to understand your message. Are you upset about something