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Using a Thesaurus to Choose Words

Use a thesaurus to find synonyms and extend vocabulary choices, selecting the most appropriate word based on context, connotation, and register

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Question 1 of 3

In the sentence, “She felt ___ after receiving the award,” which word from the list below is the best synonym for “happy” that fits the context and tone?

Question 2 of 3

Read the sentence: “The teacher was very angry when the students were late.” Which word from the list below is the best synonym for “angry” in this sentence, keeping the tone appropriate for a school report?

Question 3 of 3

In the sentence, “The brave knight rode into battle,” which word from the list below is the best synonym for the underlined word “brave”?

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