Swimming
What are two meanings for the word, "roll"?
The water was so deep that my feet could not touch the bottom of the ocean. What is an antonym for deep?
A food that is bread and a circular movement
Shallow
The cat was very vicious because it scratched and hissed at people. What is an antonym for vicious?
Friendly
Isabella stood in the school hallway, staring at the unfamiliar faces. She looked around and finally saw Room 302 just down the hall. She hesitated, reminded herself to breathe, and walked into the classroom.Why is Isabella feeling nervous?
It is her first day of school in a new school.
Robert began a long explanation of what had happened at the school assembly. As he chattered on, Erica kept her eyes on her book. Sometimes she nodded and made comments like, "Yes, it is cold today." Why did Erica say that?
She is not paying attention.
What are two meanings for the word "light"?
The girl was talking to an imaginary friend because no one was near her. What is an antonym for imaginary?
Light in weight, light in color, a lamp
Real
We ordered an immense amount of french fries at Red Robin. What is an antonym for immense?
Small amount
Jenny stood on her front porch and stared out at the prairie. The vast acres of land were as flat and empty as a desert, with no houses in sight. Jenny sighed, thinking about the crowded streets and tall buildings near her last place. Where does Jenny live now? Where did Jenny live before?
Jenny lives in the country now and lived in the city before.
Ronnie and Brandon had been playing the same card game for nearly two hours. Twice, Ronnie had been one card away from winning the game. Again, Ronnie carefully examined the cards in his hands and the cards on the board. He picked a card from the pile and exclaimed, "Third time's a charm!" Why did he say that?
He is going to win the game.
What are two meanings for the word, "stamp"?
The Egyptian pyramids are ancient because they were built thousands of years ago. What is an antonym for ancient?
A sticker put on envelopes to mail, movement pushing something down
New
The pavement on the driveway felt coarse. What is an antonym for coarse?
Smooth
Everything was new and exciting for Sandy. After playing catch with a little orange ball, she spent most of her morning chewing on her plastic toy. In the afternoon, she practiced sitting patiently when her owner gave her the hand sign. When she was a good listener, she got a delicious treat. Who is Sandy?
A dog
The rockets boomed like thunder and burst into a rainbow of colors that streaked across the sky. Bright stars twinkled and then disappeared as they fell to earth. The crowd cheered and applauded. What holiday is it?
Fourth of July
What are two meanings for the word, "box"?
The light was too dim for me to read, so I asked my brother to turn it on more. What is an antonym for dim?
Square, cardboard container and exercise with punching
Bright
The taxi cab was idle during the snowstorm because people did not need rides. What is an antonym for idle?
Busy
The blender was full with blueberries, raspberries, and yogurt. Victor could hardly wait for his delicious treat. He added the ice and pushed the button. "Ugh!" Victor cried, as the walls and ceiling were now splattered in red and blue. What happened? What was he making?
He forgot to put the lid on. He was making a smoothie.
Liam checked the time on his computer. Perfect! he thought. It will take twenty minutes to finish my report, three minutes to pack my bag, and thirteen minutes to travel to school. I'll arrive at school at exactly 8:07. How would you describe Liam?
He is very organized and responsible
What are two meanings for the word, "watch"?
I used the exit to leave the building. What is an antonym for exit?
A clock worn on a wrist and to see something
Entrance
The boy felt miserable when he had the flu. What is an antonym for miserable?
Wonderful
Adam walked slowly around the store, pausing to look at the glass figures on the table. He was admiring a small bird, when he noticed the Do Not Touch sign. The shelves above him had several pottery bowls of all different sizes and colors. But next to the bowls was a Keep Hands Off sign. How would you describe the store?
Fragile
Kim turned off the lights and everyone found a place to hide. Nicky hid under the table, where everyone had put their presents. He peeked out and saw the front door starting to open. What is happening?