Ages 5–9📖 English51 verified questions on this shelf

Shades of Meaning

Distinguish shades of meaning among verbs describing similar actions and among adjectives differing in intensity; make real-life connections between words and their use

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Question 1 of 3

Which word means the same as “happy”?

Question 2 of 3

Which word means the opposite of “happy”?

Question 3 of 3

Which word means the same as the word “big”?

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What a child can do after this Skill

Compare similar verbs by acting them out (e.g. 'walk', 'march', 'strut', 'prance')
Order adjectives by intensity (e.g. big, huge, gigantic)
Connect vocabulary to personal experiences (e.g. note things at school that are 'colourful')

Curriculum standards this Skill teaches

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.5 — Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.K.5 — With guidance and support from adults, explore word relationships and nuances in word…
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.5 — With guidance and support from adults, demonstrate understanding of word relationships…
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.3.5 — Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings

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