Unit 1 Synonyms and Antonyms Activity

Are the words "pilgrimage" and "restoration" related.

• yes

• no

Are the words "loathsome" and "appealing" synonyms or antonyms?

• synonyms

• antonyms

Are the words "taut" and "slack" antonyms or synonyms?

• antonyms

• synonyms

What is the definition of a synonym?

• A word that has the same meaning as another word.

• A word that has the opposite meaning as another word.

Are the words "purge" and "expel" synonyms or antonyms?

• Antonyms

• Synonyms

Are the words "affliction" and "burden" synonyms or antonyms?

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

You can tell the difference between homophones by using

• context clues

• phonics

Are the words "infamous" and "honorable" synonyms or antonyms?

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

The definition of a homophone is a word that has the same pronunciation but a different spelling and meaning as another word.

• True

• False

The definition of an antonym is a word that has

• The opposite meaning to another word.

• The same meaning to another word.