Sinônimos Quiz

Which of the following pairs are synonyms?

• "Happy" and "sad"

• "Happy" and "cheerful"

• "Happy" and "angry"

• "Happy" and "bored"

Answer explanation

The pair "Happy" and "cheerful" are synonyms as both words express a positive emotional state. The other pairs include antonyms or unrelated terms, making them incorrect choices.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using synonyms?

• Enriching vocabulary

• Avoiding repetition

• Making sentences unclear

• Describing someone who is joyful

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Making sentences unclear' because using synonyms typically enhances clarity and variety in writing, rather than causing confusion. The other options are indeed benefits of using synonyms.

In the context of synonyms, what does the word "joyful" mean?

• Sad

• Angry

• Happy

• Bored

Answer explanation

The word 'joyful' means feeling, expressing, or causing great pleasure and happiness. Therefore, among the answer choices, 'happy' is the correct synonym for 'joyful', while 'sad', 'angry', and 'bored' convey opposite or different emotions.

Which of the following is an example of synonyms in adjectives?

• "Big" and "small"

• "Fast" and "slow"

• "Happy" and "cheerful"

• "Hot" and "cold"

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Happy' and 'cheerful' as they are synonyms, meaning they convey similar feelings. The other pairs represent antonyms or contrasting concepts, not synonyms.

What is the definition of synonyms in Portuguese?

• Palavras que têm significados opostos

• Palavras que têm significados semelhantes ou iguais

• Palavras que não têm significado

• Palavras que são usadas em uma língua diferente

Answer explanation

Sinônimos são palavras que têm significados semelhantes ou iguais, o que significa que podem ser usadas de forma intercambiável em muitos contextos. As outras opções não refletem essa definição.

What is the English translation of "Exemplo com Adjetivos"?

• Example with Nouns

• Example with Verbs

• Example with Adjectives

• Example with Adverbs

Answer explanation

The phrase "Exemplo com Adjetivos" translates directly to "Example with Adjectives" in English. The correct choice is therefore "Example with Adjectives," as it accurately reflects the original phrase.

Which of the following is a correct pair of synonyms in Portuguese?

• "Feliz" e "triste"

• "Feliz" e "alegre"

• "Feliz" e "bravo"

• "Feliz" e "cansado"

Answer explanation

A palavra 'feliz' significa estar contente, enquanto 'alegre' também se refere a um estado de felicidade. Portanto, 'Feliz' e 'alegre' são sinônimos, ao contrário das outras opções que representam emoções opostas ou diferentes.

What are polysemic words?

• Words with a single meaning

• Words with multiple meanings

• Words that are difficult to pronounce

• Words that are used in poetry

Answer explanation

Polysemic words are defined as words that have multiple meanings. This distinguishes them from words with a single meaning, making 'Words with multiple meanings' the correct choice.

What does the word "fun" mean in Portuguese as per the text?

• "Trabalho" or "estudo"

• "Diversão" or "brincadeira"

• "Comida" or "bebida"

• "Correr" or "andar"

Answer explanation

In Portuguese, the word "fun" translates to "diversão" or "brincadeira," which refer to enjoyment and play. The other options do not convey the same meaning.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of polysemic words?

• They have more than one meaning

• They are always nouns

• Context is crucial to understand them

• They can be found in many languages

Answer explanation

Polysemic words can be nouns, verbs, or other parts of speech. The statement 'They are always nouns' is incorrect, making it the characteristic that is NOT true for polysemic words.