Let's solve this "PAIR UP!" activity step by step.
Task:
Find the
synonyms of the words listed on the left, then match them with the correct word from the box at the bottom to make a pair.
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Words to find synonyms for:
1.
grateful
2.
delicious
3.
prepare
4.
reap
5.
merry
6.
generous
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Possible synonyms (from the box):
- tasty
- harvest
- cook
- lavish
- thankful
- cheerful
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Now, let’s go through each word and find its synonym:
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1.
grateful → means *thankful*
✔ Synonym: thankful
2.
delicious → means *tasty*
✔ Synonym: tasty
3.
prepare → means *cook* (especially in a cooking context)
✔ Synonym: cook
4.
reap → means *harvest* (to gather crops)
✔ Synonym: harvest
5.
merry → means *cheerful* or *joyful*
✔ Synonym: cheerful
6.
generous → means *lavish* (giving freely; abundant)
✔ Synonym: lavish
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✔ Final Answer (Pairs):
| Number | Word | Synonym |
|--------|-------------|-------------|
| 1 | grateful | thankful |
| 2 | delicious | tasty |
| 3 | prepare | cook |
| 4 | reap | harvest |
| 5 | merry | cheerful |
| 6 | generous | lavish |
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🔁 Now, fill in the blank boxes on the right side:
You would write the synonyms in the corresponding blank boxes:
1. thankful
2. tasty
3. cook
4. harvest
5. cheerful
6. lavish
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🎉 Summary:
This exercise helps build vocabulary by matching words with their synonyms. The theme seems to be Thanksgiving-related (pumpkins, Pilgrims), so many words like "harvest," "thankful," and "merry" fit well!
Let me know if you'd like this turned into a printable answer sheet!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of synonyms worksheet 3rd grade.
