Exploring Synonyms, Antonyms, and Point of View

What is a synonym?

• A word that means the same or almost the same as another word

• A word that is spelled the same as another word

• A word that sounds like another word

• A word that means the opposite of another word

What is an antonym?

• A word used in ancient texts

• A word that means the opposite of another word

• A word that means the same as another word

• A word that has no relation to another word

Which of the following are synonyms?

• Glad and Happy

• Cheerful and Gloomy

• Complicated and Simple

• Honest and False

Which of the following are antonyms?

• Honest and Truthful

• Complicated and Simple

• Cheerful and Upbeat

• Glad and Happy

What is a first-hand account?

• A narrative based on second-hand information

• A story told from the perspective of someone who experienced the events

• A story passed down through generations

• A fictional story created by the author

What is a second-hand account?

• A narrative from someone who witnessed the events

• A diary entry

• A story based on the author's imagination

• A narrative based on research and information from other sources

Which POV is used in a first-hand account?

• Second person

• Third person

• First person

• Objective

Which POV is used in a second-hand account?

• Second person

• Third person

• First person

• None of the above

In the context of the Galveston Hurricane of 1900, which paragraph provides a first-hand account?

• Paragraph 5

• None of the above

• Paragraph 6

• Paragraph 15

What does a second-hand account typically include?

• Imaginary scenarios

• Direct quotes from the event

• Facts, dates, and information from other sources

• Personal feelings and experiences