Here are the correct answers for your worksheet, along with a quick explanation of why each word fits best.
1. Jim \_\_\_\_\_\_ as he swung the ax.
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Answer: C. thwacked
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Reasoning: "Thwacked" is the sound made when something hits another object with force. Since an ax is used to hit wood, this is the most descriptive sound word. "Grimaced" is a facial expression, and "grunted" is a noise a person makes, but "thwacked" describes the action of the ax itself.
2. I hate it when my brother \_\_\_\_\_\_ the alphabet.
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Answer: A. warbles
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Reasoning: "Warbles" means to sing or make sounds in a trilling or shaky way. It fits best with singing the alphabet. "Moans" and "belches" don't fit the context of reciting letters.
3. John \_\_\_\_\_\_ from the pain in his stomach.
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Answer: C. whimpered
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Reasoning: "Whimpered" means to cry softly because of pain or fear. This fits perfectly with someone hurting their stomach. "Whooshed" is a wind sound, and "whispered" is for quiet talking.
4. Hank is practicing his maniacal villain \_\_\_\_\_\_.
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Answer: B. cackle
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Reasoning: A "cackle" is a loud, sharp laugh often associated with witches or villains in stories. "Chatter" is teeth knocking together or talking fast, and "crackle" is like fire burning.
5. My mother is always \_\_\_\_\_\_ people at the movies.
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Answer: C. shushing
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Reasoning: "Shushing" is the act of making a "shh" sound to tell people to be quiet. This is what you do in a movie theater. "Shuffling" is moving feet slowly, and "rustling" is the sound of paper or leaves.
6. The teacher told her student not to \_\_\_\_\_\_.
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Answer: B. mumble
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Reasoning: "Mumble" means to speak quietly and unclearly so that others can't understand. Teachers often ask students not to do this so they can hear the answer. "Rumble" is a deep thunder sound, and "gargle" is done with water in the throat.
7. Ken has a cold, so he's constantly \_\_\_\_\_\_.
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Answer: B. hacking
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Reasoning: "Hacking" refers to a rough, dry cough, which is very common when someone has a cold. "Hiccupping" is usually caused by eating too fast, and "hissing" is a snake sound.
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Final Answer:
1. C
2. A
3. C
4. B
5. C
6. B
7. B
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of onomatopiea worksheet.
