Expanding Vocabulary: Synonyms & Antonyms Error Correction

English
Grade 8
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~18 mins
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A worksheet focused on error correction related to synonyms and antonyms to enhance vocabulary skills for Grade 8 students.

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Expanding Vocabulary: Synonyms & Antonyms Error Correction

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Introduction to Vocabulary Errors

Expanding your vocabulary involves understanding subtle differences between words with similar or opposite meanings. Accurate word choice enhances clarity and precision in writing. For instance, confusing 'accept' with 'except' can alter the meaning of a sentence drastically. Similarly, substituting a synonym that doesn't fit the context can make your writing ambiguous or incorrect.
1.
Identify the vocabulary error in the following sentence: 'She was eager to except the invitation to the party.'
[2 marks]
2.
Correct the error in this sentence: 'The teacher asked the students to choose a synonym for 'happy' that best fit the sentence.'
[2 marks]
3.
Select the option that correctly replaces the incorrect word: 'The manager’s decision was abrupt and unexpected.' (Choose the word that better fits the context: 'sudden', 'deliberate', 'planned', 'gradual')
Aa) sudden
Bb) deliberate
Cc) planned
Dd) gradual
4.
Identify the antonym error in this sentence: 'His cheerful attitude was the opposite of his usual gloomy demeanor.'
[2 marks]
5.
Rewrite the sentence to correct the vocabulary error: 'The athlete was very fatigued after the long marathon and needed to recover.'
[2 marks]
6.
Choose the most appropriate synonym to replace 'happy' in this sentence: 'She felt very happy about her exam results.'
Aa) sad
Bb) delighted
Cc) angry
Dd) anxious
7.
Identify and correct the misuse of a synonym in the sentence: 'The novel was interesting but somewhat dull at times.'
[2 marks]
8.
Explain the importance of choosing the correct antonym in the sentence: 'His behavior was the complete __________ of his usual conduct.' (Fill in the blank with the correct antonym).
[3 marks]
9.
Create a sentence using a pair of antonyms that demonstrate clear contrast. Ensure the sentence is grammatically correct and contextually appropriate.
[5 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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