Worksheet on Synonyms & Antonyms: Avoiding Repetition
English
Grade 8
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This worksheet focuses on using synonyms and antonyms effectively to avoid repetition in writing. It includes exam-style questions designed to assess understanding and application.
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Worksheet on Synonyms & Antonyms: Avoiding Repetition
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Introduction to Synonyms & Antonyms
Effective writing often involves choosing words that convey precise meaning and avoid unnecessary repetition. Synonyms are words with similar meanings, while antonyms are words with opposite meanings. Using a variety of these can enhance clarity and interest in your writing.
1.
In the passage, what is the primary purpose of using synonyms and antonyms?
[2 marks]B
Identify Synonyms
Read the sentences below and replace the underlined words with appropriate synonyms from the options provided.
1.
Choose the best synonym for 'happy' from the options: [a) sad, b) delighted, c) angry, d) tired]
[1 mark]Aa) sad
Bb) delighted
Cc) angry
Dd) tired
2.
Select the appropriate synonym for 'quick': [a) slow, b) rapid, c) lazy, d) relaxed]
[1 mark]Aa) slow
Bb) rapid
Cc) lazy
Dd) relaxed
3.
Identify the synonym for 'high' from the options: [a) tall, b) short, c) narrow, d) flat]
[1 mark]Aa) tall
Bb) short
Cc) narrow
Dd) flat
C
Identify Antonyms
Read each pair of words and select the correct antonym from the options.
1.
Choose the antonym of 'hot': [a) cold, b) warm, c) humid, d) scorching]
[1 mark]Aa) cold
Bb) warm
Cc) humid
Dd) scorching
2.
Select the antonym for 'bright': [a) dull, b) shiny, c) colorful, d) luminous]
[1 mark]Aa) dull
Bb) shiny
Cc) colorful
Dd) luminous
3.
Find the antonym of 'strong': [a) weak, b) powerful, c) sturdy, d) firm]
[1 mark]Aa) weak
Bb) powerful
Cc) sturdy
Dd) firm
D
Application in Writing
Rewrite the following paragraph, replacing repetitive words with suitable synonyms to improve variety.
1.
Rewrite the paragraph using synonyms to replace the repeated words, and improve the flow of the text.
E
Analysis of Literary Techniques
Read the excerpt and identify the literary device used in the highlighted phrase.
1.
What literary device is used in the phrase 'the sky blazed with colors that seemed almost unreal'?
[2 marks]F
Creative Writing Prompt
Write a short story or scene (about 150-200 words) that uses at least five synonyms and antonyms effectively to enhance your narrative. Your writing should exhibit variety in word choice and clarity.
1.
Your creative piece should include at least five pairs of synonyms or antonyms. Ensure your language is varied and descriptive.
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