Exploring Synonyms and Antonyms

What is the purpose of using synonyms in writing?

• To make the text more difficult

• To make the text shorter

• To confuse the reader

• To add variety and avoid repetition

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Where can you find a list of synonyms for different words?

• In a thesaurus

• In a textbook

• In a dictionary

• In a novel

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What effect do synonyms have on writing?

• Enhance clarity and interest

• None of the above

• Decrease readability

• Increase complexity

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Why should writers explore the thesaurus?

• To find the origin of words

• To find synonyms and enrich their writing

• To correct grammatical errors

• To find historical facts

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the relationship between synonyms and creativity in writing?

• Synonyms limit creativity

• Synonyms enhance creativity by providing alternatives

• Synonyms are only used in non-creative writing

• No relationship

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What are antonyms?

• Words with opposite meanings

• Words used in ancient texts

• Words with similar meanings

• Words that sound the same

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

How do antonyms relate to synonyms?

• They are opposites, like their meanings

• They are used only in poetry

• They have no relation

• They are the same

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is an example of an antonym pair?

• Fast and Slow

• Happy and Joyful

• Synonym and Same

• Big and Large

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Why is it important to use both synonyms and antonyms in writing?

• To increase the word count

• To make writing more engaging and precise

• To confuse the reader

• To follow grammar rules

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A