Synonyms/Antonyms
It is very humid outside in the middle of July.
What is a synonym for humid?
hot, warm
Katie has a shoe collection. She has boots, sandals, sneakers, and anything else you can imagine. Soon she is going to need to get a second closet in order to have room for all of her shoes. Every time she goes shopping she buys a new, cool pair of shoes. Her mom told her that as she gets more she needs to start getting rid of some of her old ones. Katie listened to her mother and created a box of all of her old shoes and was going to get rid of them that way she could buy more to add to her collection. She really loves collecting shoes!
What is the main idea?
Katie collects shoes./Katie has a shoe collection.
Robby dug frantically through his backpack. It has to be here, he thought. How many times had his mother told him not to take his iPad to school. He searched his locker again without much hope. He knew he was in trouble.
What is happening?
He is looking for his iPad.
Homemade pizza is delicious. First, make the dough from flour, water, and yeast. After that, begin making the tomato sauce. Next, add any vegetables you like. Then, bake it in the oven. After a short time, the kitchen begins to smell delicious. Soon, it’s ready to eat!
how to make pizza
train/airplane
both modes of transportation, one flies and the other one is on the ground
My sister's favorite singer is Taylor Swift. She adores her.
What is a synonym for adores?
loves, likes
Robert's family is going on a vacation. His mom and dad did not tell him and his siblings where they are traveling to because they wanted it to be a surprise. He has no idea and neither do his sisters! It could be anywhere in the world. All he knew was that he was taking a plane and that he packed summer clothes, so it must be somewhere that's hot in the winter. He was so excited to find out where the plane was going to land and enjoy this week with his family.
What is the main idea?
Robert's family is going on vacation./ Robert's parents planned a surprise vacation./ Robert is going on vacation but doesn't know where he is traveling to.
Tyler slammed down the phone. Why did Daniel always have to have things his way? Why didn’t he ever listen?
What can you infer the boys are doing?
They are fighting/arguing.
Sal loves when his cousin Justin comes over. They are so close in age. When Justin comes over, they play outside, ride their bikes, have dinner together, and then play video games. Sal wishes Justin could come over everyday. They have so much fun together.
What is the main idea?
Sal loves spending time with his cousin Justin.
both result from different emotions, one is a result of happiness and one is a result of sadness
What is an antonym for deep?
shallow
Jennifer was so excited. She lives in Florida, but she loves Christmas and has never seen snow before. She loves Christmas trees, candy canes, elves, and thinks that snow is so pretty. She always begs her parents to take her to New York City during the winter time so she can how beautiful it looks during Christmas time. Her mother agreed and they took a trip to New York City. She saw the Christmas tree, people ice skating, Christmas lights, and snow! She was so happy that her mom took her on this trip. It was the best trip ever!
What is the main idea?
Jennifer's mom took her on a trip to New York City.
By the time Riley arrived at the restaurant, Andrew was sipping on his third soft drink. “I’m so sorry,” she called out when she saw him, pointing to her bare wrist where her watch used to be.
Why do you think Riley pointed to her wrist?
She was late.
Ally's dog Charlie ran away yesterday. She let him go into the backyard to play and when she went to go get him the gate was opened. Ally and her mom made fliers to hang up around the neighborhood. Then, they asked their neighbors if they could help them look for Charlie.
What is the main idea?
Ally's dog Charlie ran away.
police officer/fireman
both are first responders/occupations, one deals with crime and one deals with fire
My mom won't let me go skydiving. She said it is not safe.
What is an antonym for safe?
dangerous
Erick overcame his nerves and made it to first base. / Erick needed to hit a run in order for his team to run. / Erick overcame his fears.
Mrs. Johnson walked slowly to her car. It had been a long day. Many of the people she’d helped today were really unwell. There must be some sort of virus going around. Mrs. Johnson’s hands were dry because of so much hand-washing, and she couldn’t wait to get home and change out of her uniform. Her comfortable shoes were feeling less comfortable after such a long day on her feet.
What is her occupation?
a doctor/nurse
My mom makes the best chocolate chip cookies. When she bakes them, the whole house smells amazing. I have never tasted anything better. My friends love them. My family loves them. I bet my dog would love them too. I told my mom that she should enter a baking contest. She would definitely win with those cookies.
What is the main idea?
Her mom makes the best chocolate chip cookies.
soap/toothpaste
both used to clean something, one is for your mouth and one is for your body/objects
She was delighted when she got a new iPhone for her birthday.
What is a synonym for delighted?
happy, joyful, ecstatic
What is the main idea?
The grass was green beneath Betty’s hooves as she sauntered over to the fence. She switched her tail from side to side to swat away flies that were always surrounding her. Maybe it was all the manure they were attracted to! Betty leaned forward and chomped on some grass, slowly chewing it as she made her way back to the barn for milking time.
What kind of animal is Betty?
a cow
Rob does his homework right after school. Then, he practices his spelling words. He also reads every night. Rob works hard to get good grades.
What is the main idea?
He works hard to get good grades.
quarter/dollar
both are forms of money, one is a coin and one is a bill