Synonyms/Antonyms
Provide a synonym & antonym for the word "noisy"
Synonyms: loud
Antonyms: quiet, soft
Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the italicized word: The museum curator had to restore the ancient statue, because some parts were broken.
repair or fix
Provide 5 features to describe this word: basket
Examples: holds things, usually made of wicker, brown in color, can be taken on a picnic, can buy at the store
Identify a prefix/suffix and then provide the definition: We had to reorganize the whole shelf because the books kept falling over in a mess.
re: do again
reorganize: organize again
The crowd cheered as the ball bounced off the rim and fell through the net with a swish. Leo’s teammates lifted him onto their shoulders. Question: What just happened in the game? How do you know this?
They won the game. I know this because the team was celebrating by lifting Leo up.
Provide a synonym & antonym for the word "repair"
Synonyms: fix, put together
Antonyms: break, take apart
Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the italicized word: Mom was very frugal with her grocery budget, always searching for coupons and never buying anything that wasn't on sale.
careful with their money/spending
Provide 5 features to describe this word: baking
Examples: type of activity, usually done in kitchen, typically done with things that are sweet, ingredients needed are often: flour, sugar, eggs, some people do this for a living
Identify a prefix/suffix and then provide the definition: Before seeing the film, we must preview the movie trailer to decide if it looks good enough.
pre: before
preview: view before
The librarian gently pulled the book from the shelf. She wiped a thick layer of dust from its cover and noticed the brittle yellow pages smelled sweet and faint, like old flowers. Question: What can you infer about this book? How do you know?
The book is old or hasn't been used in a while. I know because of the dust and brittle yellow pages.
Provide a synonym & antonym for the word "expensive"
Synonym: Pricey, costly, costs a lot of money
Antonym: affordable, cheap
Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the italicized word: She began to rejoice after seeing the A+ on her report card, cheering loudly and doing a little dance.
feel or show great joy/happiness
Provide 5 features to describe this word: winter
Examples: type of season, usually has snow, you have to wear warm clothes, Christmas falls during this season, if you don't like cold you won't like this season
Identify a prefix/suffix and then provide the definition: It was unnecessary to bring two separate jackets since the weather turned out to be so warm outside.
un: not
unnecessary: not necessary
My dad checked the calendar for the tenth time. He took out his briefcase, put on his nicest suit, and paced nervously by the front window while checking the clock every few seconds. Question: Where is Dad probably going? How do you know that?
A job interview or important meeting. I know this because of his nervous behavior and nice clothes
Provide a synonym & antonym for the word "humorous"
Synonym: funny, silly, amusing, hilarious
Antonym: Dull, boring, serious
Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the italicized word: The small plane began to descend very quickly, dropping lower and lower as it prepared to land on the runway.
move or go downward
Provide 5 features to describe this word: anxious
Examples: type of feeling, associated with negativity, you might feel this before an exam, symptoms associated with it might be shaky hands/upset stomach, breathing exercises can help with this
Identify a prefix/suffix and then provide the definition: The children were very disappointed when the picnic was canceled due to the heavy rain.
dis: not
disappointed: not appointed or happy
Mr. Chen spoke in a calm, firm voice, even though the loud siren was screaming right next to his ear. He checked the pressure gauge, gave a quick thumbs-up to his team, and then adjusted the large, braided hose pointed at the smoke pouring out of the building. Question: What is Mr. Chen's job? How do you know this?
Firefighter. I know this because of the sirens and that he needed a hose.
Provide a synonym & antonym for the word "mistake"
Synonym: error, flaw
Antonym: correction, accuracy, success
Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the italicized word: The old fire alarm has been dormant for many years, so we need to test it before the drill.
inactive/not used
Provide 5 features to describe this word: starving
Details: type of feeling, usually fixed by eating food, you might say this if you haven't eaten in awhile, your body might feel weak if you have this feeling
Identify a prefix/suffix and then provide the definition: The small puppy was completely harmless and just wanted to play with the string on the floor.
less: without
harmless: without harm
The artist stepped back from the canvas, covered the painting with a thin, dark sheet, and then immediately started organizing all his brushes by color, avoiding looking at his work completely. Question: How does the artist feel about the painting he just finished? How do you know this?