Here are the step-by-step solutions for the synonym questions on the worksheet.
1. As the hurricane advanced upon our city, conditions became \_\_\_\_\_\_.
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Step 1: Look at the context clue. The sentence is about a "hurricane." Hurricanes are known for extremely heavy rain and strong winds.
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Step 2: Evaluate the options.
* *Damp*, *rainy*, *wet*, and *drizzling* all describe water, but they are too mild. "Drizzling" is very light rain. "Wet" is just a general state.
* *Torrential* means relating to a torrent (a strong, fast-moving stream of water). It is the specific word used to describe the violent, heavy rain associated with storms like hurricanes.
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Conclusion: "Torrential" is the strongest and most accurate word for hurricane conditions.
2. My brother tripped me because he is \_\_\_\_\_\_; I got him in trouble with Mom and Dad.
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Step 1: Look at the context clue. The brother did something mean (tripping) specifically because the speaker "got him in trouble." This means he wanted payback or revenge.
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Step 2: Evaluate the options.
* *Mad*, *angry*, and *agitated* describe feelings, but they don't explain *why* he took that specific action.
* *Hostile* means unfriendly, which is true, but it's not specific enough.
* *Vengeful* means having a strong desire for revenge. Since he was punishing the speaker for getting him in trouble, this fits perfectly.
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Conclusion: "Vengeful" describes the motive for his action.
3. My \_\_\_\_\_\_ friend, Esperanza, is studying so hard for the standardized test.
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Step 1: Look at the context clue. Esperanza is "studying so hard." This suggests she loves learning, reading, or schoolwork.
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Step 2: Evaluate the options.
* *Shrewd*, *smart*, and *witty* describe intelligence or quick thinking, but you can be smart without studying hard.
* *Observant* means good at noticing things.
* *Bookish* means someone who spends a lot of time reading or studying. This matches the action of studying hard for a test.
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Conclusion: "Bookish" is the best synonym for a friend who loves studying.
Final Answer:
1. B
2. D
3. A
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of using precise language worksheet.
