Word Study Review

The beaver gnawed on the branch before dragging it into the pond. What does the word gnawed mean?

• coughed

• chewed

• sat

• laughed

The late student always had a plethora of excuses. What is the meaning of the word plethora?

• none

• little

• shortage

• excessive number

The graduation program commenced at 9 am and lasted one hour. What is the meaning of the word commenced?

• started

• ended

• paused

James glared at Sue, as he threw his bag down onto the floor enraged at what she had done. What is the meaning of the word glared?

• looked at angrily

• looked at happily

• looked at in fear

• looked at pleased

Nathan is a witty boy, he tells the most humorous stories. What is the meaning of the word witty?

• angry

• sad

• funny

• handsome

Are the following words synonyms or antonyms:

run walk

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Are the following words synonyms or antonyms:

house home

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Are the following words synonyms or antonyms:

quarrel argue

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Are the following words synonyms or antonyms:

tardy punctual

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Are the following words synonyms or antonyms:

excited bored

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