L ea rn i n g Obj e cti v e
Name _____________________
Today, we will use synonyms to determine1 the meaning of words.
1 figure
out
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What are we going to do today?
What does determine mean? Determine means ____________________.
Acti va t e ( o r p r o vi de ) P ri o r K n o wl edg e
A What is another word that means the same as pretty?
B What is another word that means the same as big?
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Students, you already know that different words can have the same or similar meanings. These words are
called synonyms. Today, we are going to use synonyms to determine the meaning of words.
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Co n c e pt D ev el opm e n t
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another
word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace2 words with the same or similar meaning.
• We can use words around the synonym to find its meaning.
2
put in place of
Examples:
Synonyms: beautiful, attractive
same
beautiful – nice looking
attractive – nice looking
Maria has a very beautiful
face.
Maria has a very attractive
face.
Synonyms: attach, connect
same
He will attach the hose to
the water faucet.
connect – to join
attach – to join together together
He will connect the hose to
the water faucet.
Synonyms: big, gigantic
similar big – of large size
The fisherman caught a big
fish.
gigantic – of
very large
size
The fisherman caught a
gigantic fish.
My teacher is exciting. He is fun because he makes us laugh.
Not an example of synonyms:
big–of large size
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small–not large in size
We could not finish the large
pizza.
We could not finish the small
pizza.
Write a synonym to replace the word “pretty” in the sentence.
The picture is pretty.
Which is an example of synonyms? How do you know?
Which is not an example of synonyms. How did you know?
A huge, big
B huge, tiny
On your whiteboard, write another synonym for beautiful. Write a synonym for big.
In your own words, what are synonyms? Synonyms are _________________________________.
3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
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Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Ski l l Dev el o pm en t /G u i ded P ra cti c e
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace words with the same or similar meaning.
Use synonyms to determine the meaning of words.
Step #1: Read the sentence, carefully looking at the bolded word.
Step #2: Identify3 the word(s) that helps determine the meaning of the bolded word.
(underline)
Step #3: Identify the correct synonym for the bolded word. (circle)
Step #4: Write and read the synonyms.
3
find (synonym)
1. My dog is fearful. He is scared of everything.
A smart
B brave
C fearless
D afraid
Write all the synonyms:
________________ ________________ ________________
2. Mary is very clever. She is very bright and always receives good grades.
A short
B lazy
C smart
D funny
Write all the synonyms:
___________________ ___________________ ___________________
3. I was too drowsy to go out to play. I was sleepy because I had weeded the whole
yard.
A sad
B excited
C tired
D bored
Write all the synonyms:
___________________ ___________________ ___________________
4. My mom is very thoughtful. Everyone knows that she is a kind person.
A busy
B caring
C mean
D unhappy
Write all the synonyms:
___________________ ___________________ ___________________
5. This coat looks bulky on me; it is so big!
A large
B just right
C great
Write all the synonyms:
___________________ ___________________
D small
___________________
6. I was elated with my birthday present; Mom knew that I’d be overjoyed to get a new
bicycle.
A happy
B disappointed
C angry
D bored
Write all the synonyms:
___________________ ___________________ ___________________
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(#2) How did I/you identify the word(s) that helped determine the meaning of the bolded word?
(#3) How did I/you identify the correct synonym for the bolded word?
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Rel e va n c e
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace words with the same or similar meaning.
1. Using synonyms to determine the meaning of words will help
you figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
The tidiness of her room was proven when her mom
walked in and said, “Oh my! What a clean room!”
Tidiness means clean.
2. Using synonyms to determine the meaning of words will help
you replace over-used words in your writing.
The big dog lives in a big house.
The big dog lives in a huge house.
3. Using synonyms to determine the meaning of words will help you do
well on tests.
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Does anyone else have another reason why it is relevant to use synonyms to determine the meaning of
words? (pair-share) Why is it relevant to use synonyms to determine the meaning of words? You may
give me my reasons or one of your own. Which reason is most relevant to you? Why?
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace words with the same or similar meaning.
Skill Closure
Use synonyms to determine the meaning of words.
Step #1: Read the sentence, carefully looking at the bolded word.
Step #2: Identify the word(s) that helps determine the meaning of the bolded word.
(underline)
Step #3: Identify the correct synonym for the bolded word. (circle)
Step #4: Write and read the synonyms.
1. Mom knew that I’d be delighted to get a new bicycle. I really was glad to get
it.
A happy
B sad
C angry
D lazy
Write all the synonyms:________________ ________________ ________________
2. The man was furious with the boys. He was extremely mad at them for knocking
over the trash cans.
A happy
B sad
C angry
D disappointed
Write all the synonyms:________________ _______________ _________________
Co n st ru ct e d R e sp on s e Cl o su r e
whisper–to say
something quietly
shout–to say
something loudly
We are supposed to whisper in
the library.
We are supposed to shout in the
library.
Why are these words not examples of synonyms?
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Su mm ar y Cl o su r e
What did you learn today about using synonyms to determine the meaning of words?
(pair-share)
Day 1 ______________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Day 2 ______________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name_____________________
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace words with the same or similar meaning.
Use synonyms to determine the meaning of words.
Step #1: Read the sentence, and carefully look at the bolded word.
Step #2: Identify the word(s) that helps determine the meaning of the bolded word.
(underline)
Step #3: Identify the correct synonym for the bolded word. (circle)
Step #4: Write and read the synonyms.
In d ep en d en t P ra cti c e
1. I thought the ice cream was delicious. My friends also thought it was yummy.
A old
B gross
C tasty
D cheap
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
2. I found the books dull. Jennifer also found them boring.
A long
B not interesting
C fun
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
D exciting
___________________
3. Please mend the gate; repair it so the dog won’t get out.
A open
B tear down
C fix
D break
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
4. The car’s collision with the truck was a bad accident.
A crash
B driver
C speed
D van
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
5. My friend was infuriated over his failing grade. I’d never seen him that angry
before.
A glad
B very mad
C sad
D careless
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
6. I was terrified to travel alone, but Dad said I should not be frightened.
A happy
B excited
C scared
D calm
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name_____________________
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace words with the same or similar meaning.
P eri odi c R evi ew 1
Use synonyms to determine the meaning of words.
Step #1: Read the sentence, and carefully look at the bolded word.
Step #2: Identify the word(s) that helps determine the meaning of the bolded word.
(underline)
Step #3: Identify the correct synonym for the bolded word. (circle)
Step #4: Write and read the synonyms.
1. My dad and I created a bird house. We made it from wood and painted it green.
A broke
B destroyed
C built
D smashed
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
2. My math teacher omitted one problem. We were happy that he removed it.
A added
B deleted
C counted
D included
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
3. The baby felt secure in his mother’s arms. He felt safe from all harm.
A scared
B crowded
C protected
D uncomfortable
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
4. My cat is lean. He is very skinny because he doesn’t eat very much food.
A active
B fat
C big
D thin
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
5. Edward is mighty. He looks like he lifts weights every day to be strong.
A smart
B powerful
C skinny
D fat
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
6. Rescuers will continue with the search. They will carry on until they find the dog.
A finish
B wait
C go on
D stop
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name_____________________
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace words with the same or similar meaning.
Use synonyms to determine the meaning of words.
Step #1: Read the sentence, and carefully look at the bolded word.
Step #2: Identify the word(s) that helps determine the meaning of the bolded word.
(underline)
Step #3: Identify the correct synonym for the bolded word. (circle)
Step #4: Write and read the synonyms.
P eri odi c R evi ew 2
1. My kitten is so bashful that she is timid of many things, even her own shadow.
A brave
B smart
C shy
D furry
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
2. I was forlorn because of the weather. Rain always leaves me feeling sad.
A unhappy
B sleepy
C excited
D tired
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
3. She fled the burning building so fast that she left without any of her belongings.
A entered
B escaped
C stayed
D locked
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
4. The teacher clarified the test results. She described what they meant.
A explained
B mixed up
C took
D wrote
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
5. The new fence is rigid. It is unbendable no matter how hard the cows lean on it.
A white
B solid
C movable
D wooden
Write all the synonyms:
___________________ ___________________ ___________________
6. The movie was dull. It was so uninteresting that I almost fell asleep halfway through.
A smart
B fun
C boring
D loud
Write all the synonyms:
___________________ ___________________ ___________________
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.
Name_____________________
A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.
• Synonyms can be used to replace words with the same or similar meaning.
P eri odi c R evi ew 3
Use synonyms to determine the meaning of words.
Step #1: Read the sentence, and carefully look at the bolded word.
Step #2: Identify the word(s) that helps determine the meaning of the bolded word.
(underline)
Step #3: Identify the correct synonym for the bolded word. (circle)
Step #4: Write and read the synonyms.
1. He concealed the present so well that it was completely hidden.
A covered
B wrapped
C opened
D showed
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
2. The miniscule building was part of my small model train set.
A large
B open
C house
D tiny
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
3. The house has been vacant for a long time and will stay open until next year.
A empty
B filled up
C painted
D lived in
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
4. I accomplished my goal; I completed my science project on time.
A failed
B dropped
C finished
D messed up
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
___________________
5. The size of the town will increase and continue to grow.
A get larger
B shrink
C stay
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
D bad
___________________
6. My mother is a fabulous baker. She does a wonderful job making cakes.
A horrible
B great
C busy
D bad
Write all the synonyms:
___________________
___________________
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3rd Grade Reading Vocabulary 1.4 (4Q)
Use knowledge of antonyms, synonyms, homophones,
and homographs to determine the meanings of words.
Lesson to be used by EDI-trained teachers only.