Problem Explanation:
The task is to identify either a
synonym (a word with a similar meaning) or an
antonym (a word with the opposite meaning) for each underlined word in the given sentences. The instructions specify whether a synonym or antonym is required for each word.
Solution:
#### Sentence 1:
-
John had to jump to reach the top shelf.
- Underlined word:
jump
- Required: Synonym
-
Synonym for "jump": leap
#### Sentence 2:
-
My backpack is very heavy.
- Underlined word:
heavy
- Required: Antonym
-
Antonym for "heavy": light
#### Sentence 3:
-
I am very sad to see that happen.
- Underlined word:
sad
- Required: Antonym
-
Antonym for "sad": happy
#### Sentence 4:
-
I love to go hiking in the forest.
- Underlined word:
forest
- Required: Synonym
-
Synonym for "forest": woods
#### Sentence 5:
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I had an awful time at the party.
- Underlined word:
awful
- Required: Antonym
-
Antonym for "awful": wonderful
#### Sentence 6:
-
Everybody is going to the concert tonight.
- Underlined word:
everybody
- Required: Antonym
-
Antonym for "everybody": nobody
Final Answers:
1. Synonym for "jump":
leap
2. Antonym for "heavy":
light
3. Antonym for "sad":
happy
4. Synonym for "forest":
woods
5. Antonym for "awful":
wonderful
6. Antonym for "everybody":
nobody
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{aligned}
1. & \text{leap} \\
2. & \text{light} \\
3. & \text{happy} \\
4. & \text{woods} \\
5. & \text{wonderful} \\
6. & \text{nobody}
\end{aligned}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of synonyms worksheet 6th grade.
