3rd grade Literature Guide (Section 1)
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Section: ____________
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms are words that have almost the same meaning. example: The words big
and large are synonyms.
Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. example: The words open
and closed are antonyms.
Tell whether each pair of words are synonyms or antonyms.
1.
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agree, disagree
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2.
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cold, freezing
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3.
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4.
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argue, squabble
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5.
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guess, estimate
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6.
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bottom, top
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7.
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tired,energetic
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8.
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huge, gigantic
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9.
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sink, float
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10.
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windy, calm
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11.
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noisy, quiet
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12.
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easy, difficult
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Write one complete sentence that includes two words that are antonyms. Choose antonyms that are different from the ones listed above.
13. What´s a main idea?
14. Write 15 Antonyms.
15. Write 15 Synonyms.
16. Write a short story about your favorite memory. (100 words)
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