Let's solve each sentence by finding a
synonym (a word with a similar meaning) for the underlined word.
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1. The Christmas lights were bright.
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Synonym: *shiny* or *glowing*
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✔ Answer:
shiny
> *Explanation*: "Bright" means emitting strong light. "Shiny" is a good synonym in this context because it also describes something that reflects light well.
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2. I like decorating cookies.
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Synonym: *enjoy* or *love*
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✔ Answer:
enjoy
> *Explanation*: "Like" means to have a positive feeling toward something. "Enjoy" is a close synonym and fits naturally here.
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3. Your gingerbread tastes good.
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Synonym: *delicious* or *yummy*
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✔ Answer:
delicious
> *Explanation*: "Good" in taste is often replaced with "delicious" when describing food, especially in a festive context like gingerbread.
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4. The sleigh moves over the snow.
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Synonym: *slides*, *travels*, or *glides*
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✔ Answer:
glides
> *Explanation*: "Moves" is general, but "glides" suggests smooth motion over snow, which fits the image of a sleigh on snow.
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5. The house was quiet on Christmas Eve.
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Synonym: *silent* or *peaceful*
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✔ Answer:
silent
> *Explanation*: "Quiet" means no noise. "Silent" is a direct synonym and works perfectly here.
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6. Did you know that Santa’s elves are tiny?
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Synonym: *small* or *little*
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✔ Answer:
small
> *Explanation*: "Tiny" means very small. "Small" is a simpler synonym that matches the meaning.
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Final Answers:
1.
shiny
2.
enjoy
3.
delicious
4.
glides
5.
silent
6.
small
✔ These synonyms fit well in context and maintain the meaning of each sentence.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of synonyms worksheet 5th grade.
