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Shades of Meaning

Last updated over 6 years ago

6 questions

Note from the author:

Students can use this quick assessment after watching this video before moving on.
https://youtu.be/_opr0cNoY0w

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Question 1

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Which best describes “shades of meaning”?

Words with similar meanings

Words with opposite meanings

Question 2

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Why is it called “shades of meaning”?

There are small differences in the meanings of synonyms that show different “shades” of the meaning of a word.

There are different “shades” of colors to go with each synonym meaning.

Question 3

3.

Which word shows a stronger meaning?

Toss

Throw

Question 4

4.

Which word shows a stronger meaning?

Furious

Upset

Question 5

5.

Which word shows a weaker meaning?

Glad

Joyful

Question 6

6.

Which word shows a weaker meaning?

intelligent

smart