Exploring Shades of Meaning in Language

Which word has the strongest meaning among 'good', 'great', and 'amazing'?

• Nice

• Good

• Great

• Amazing

If you are feeling slightly cold, which word would best describe your feeling?

• Hot

• Cold

• Chilly

• Freezing

Which word would you use to describe a very low temperature?

• Chilly

• Cold

• Freezing

• Warm

Which word is the weakest among 'pretty', 'beautiful', and 'gorgeous'?

• Gorgeous

• Stunning

• Beautiful

• Pretty

If a house is described as 'gorgeous', how does it compare to 'pretty'?

• Less attractive

• Same

• Stronger

• Weaker

Connor was _____ when he finally got on the team after trying out for two years.

• Content

• Thrilled

• Happy

• Glad

Maddie was _____ when she dropped her sandwich on the floor.

• Upset

• Miserable

• Excited

• Happy

The toddler is screaming because he is _____ of monsters.

• Curious

• Happy

• Terrified

• Scared

It is finally _____ enough that I do not need to bring a jacket to school.

• Freezing

• Cold

• Hot

• Warm

Why is it important for writers to use words with different shades of meaning?

• To make writing longer

• To use more words

• To confuse readers

• To make writing interesting