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SUBJECT & ENGLISH 4 QUARTER 3 WEEK 1 DAY 14/07/2020

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Using context clues (synonym and antonym) to find meaning of unfamiliar

TOPIC
word.
Use context clues (synonym and antonym) to find
meaning of unfamiliar words
 Identify the meaning of unfamiliar words through
Code:
LEARNING context clues (synonym and antonym)
EN4V-IIIa-13.2
COMPETENCY  Contrast the meaning of unfamiliar words through
context clues (synonym and antonym)
 Differentiate synonym and antonym

IMPORTANT: Do not write anything on this material. Write your answers on the Learner’s
Activity and Assessment Sheets provided separately.

UNDERSTAND
Topic Title: Using context clues (synonym and antonym) to find meaning of unfamiliar word.

Hello there! It is another exciting day to be with you today because we learn about
using context clues (synonym and antonym) to find meaning of unfamiliar word.

Synonym is a word with the same or similar meaning of the given word. Now as
opposed to a synonym, an antonym is a word whose meaning is exactly opposite of
the given word.

Take a look at these examples

Synonyms
loyal-faithful inflame-burn
sharp-slick intelligent-brilliant
abundant-plenty appeal- attract
large-big present-gift
difficult-hard mistake-error
Antonyms
arrive-depart beginning-end
black-white bitter-sweet
far-near fear-courage
big-small beautiful-ugly
bore-amuse below-above

Context clues are words around the difficult word in a sentence that mean the same or
similar for synonym and opposite meaning for antonym.

Example:

Jeff was reluctant to take the job of captain of the team. He was afraid that the time
it would take would hurt his grades. On the other hand, Billy was eager for the
chance to be the team captain.

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In this sentence, the words “on the other hand” and “eager” tell us that Billy feels
opposite of Jeff, therefore, reluctant means uncertain or cautious. So, uncertain or
cautious is the synonym of the word reluctant while eager is the antonym.
In context clues, it gives hints to help you define a difficult or unusual word. The
clue may appear within the same sentence as the word to which it refers or it may
follow in the next sentence. Synonyms and antonyms are only two of the common kind
of context clues.
Through context clues, you can easily identify the meaning of unfamiliar words
and tell if it is synonyms or antonyms

Another example of context clues using synonym. “Reducing cholesterol has a

number of beneficial results. One positive outcome is reducing the risk of heart
disease.”
Based on this sentence, beneficial and positive are words that has similar meaning
therefore it’s a synonym. These words are used in a sentence as context clues so that
you can easily identify its meaning.

In the sentence, “I despise liver, but I adore steak.” the words but I adore contradicts
with I despise, therefore despise and adore are antonyms because they mean opposite.

SAQ-1: We can tell the meaning of the words by its synonyms or antonyms.
Look at how they are used in sentences. Spot pair of words as synonyms or
antonyms.

1. The dog gave birth to a very cute puppy.

2. I have to read this novel from beginning till end.
3. The large cat sleep in the big basket.
4. Mother bought a small dipper for our big pail.
5. The beautiful story of the ugly beast makes me realized that love is
unconditional.
6. The tiny ants save foods in their little house up the hill.
7. She will arrive on Monday from Manila and will depart after a week.
8. The intelligent graduate of our school gave his brilliant ideas on COVID
Protocols.
9. The tall boy plays with the small child.
10.They have a many pocketbooks at home but only few were read.

SAQ-2: Circle the synonyms and box the antonyms in each sentence that helps
you understand the meaning of a bold word.

1. The indigo bird’s feather shone deep blue in the sunlight.

2. “It was scorching,” Larry said “and I mean really hot.”
3. She saw the child dangling the cat over the railing. “Why are you letting it hang
down like that?” she asked.
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4. When she accidentally pushed the beautiful cake off the table, the child
demolished what her mother had created.
5. Their guffawing was so loud that Jorge had to wait until the laughter died down
before continuing his performance.
6. It was difficult to conceal the surprise party from her parents. She wanted to tell
them so badly!
7. He was the most hapless person Laura had ever known. In other words, he had
no luck at all.
8. Chen’s parents taught him that it was always better to tell the truth rather than a
falsehood.
9. “Spot” was an apt name for the dog. It was a fitting name because he had brown
spots on his fur.
10.When she hurled the ball across the field. I said, “I didn’t know you could throw
like that!”

Let’s Practice! (Write your answer on the separate sheets provided.)

Directions: Read and understand the sentences carefully. Choose the letter of the
correct synonym or antonym for the underlined words below.

1.For Russel it’s the right decision but for his mom it’s _______.
a. wrong b. true c. perfect d. correct

2.Every morning we raise our flag and ______it in the afternoon.

a. high b. lower c. small d. big

3.We have abundant vegetables in the garden and ________ of fruits as well.
a. plenty b. few c. some d. small

4.Her loyal friend is always ________ to her.

a. kind b. busy c. lovable d. faithful

5. The house looks so far but when we started to walk going there it is just _____.
a. clean b. small c. near d. distance
6.The noisy class disturbs the _____ children in the library.
a. quiet b. sleeping c. many d. few
7. Jessie finds it hard to understand the _______ questions of the test.
a. easy b. difficult c. fast d. slowly
8. The bore show turned to ______ the children when the clown came out.
a. noisy b. quiet c. happy d. amuse
9. Brielle laughs aloud while watching cartoons on TV but he suddenly ______ when
he is hungry.
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a. cries b. smile c. angry d. happy

10. The white cloud is covered with ______ and the rain is about to fall.
a. black b. blue c. vast d. heavy

REMEMBER
Key Points

Synonym is a word with the same or similar meaning of the given word. Now as
opposed to a synonym, an antonym is a word whose meaning is exactly opposite of the
given word.
We learn the meaning of the words using the context clues. Synonyms and
antonyms are very good clues to tell the meaning of the word.

TRY
Let’s see how much have you learned today!

Directions: Read and understand each sentence carefully. Identify the meaning of the
words as synonyms written in bold and antonyms written in italicized by choosing the
letter of the correct answer.
(Answer on the Learner’s Activity and Assessment sheets.)

1. Two girls started school this week. 6. Tara watches TV continuously.

Beth has a gregarious personality. a. in the morning
Jenna is rather quiet. b. all the time
a. shy c. never
b. outgoing d. in the country
c. bashful 7. The ugly monster’s face was
d. timid hideous to look at.
2. The cut scuttled quickly around the a. beautiful
room without lying down at all. b. scary
a. ran c. funny
b. walked d. lovely
c. sneaked
d. crawled

3. The altar boy was an acolyte- a helper 8. The soft pliable wood was easy
in the religious service to bend.
a. deacon a. bendable
b. boss b. rough
c. leader c. solid
d. helper d. hard
9. The smell from the refrigerator
4. Mom had to sterilize, or clean, the was very foul, but the freezer
baby’s bottle. smelled fresh.
a. dirty a. bird
b. throw b. pleasant
c. clean c. free
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d. buy d. helpful
5. The lady sat primly in the chair. 10.My best friend has a companion
a. proper or tall to me for five years.
b. slouched a. mother
c. up b. friend
d. down c. brother
d. father

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ANSWER KEY

SAQ1: We can tell the meaning of the words by its synonyms or antonyms. Look
at how they are used in sentences. Spot pair of words as synonyms or antonyms.

1. dog gave birth to a very cute puppy. synonym

2. I have to read this novel from beginning till end. antonym
3. The large cat sleep in the big basket. synonym
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4. Mother bought a small dipper for our big pail. antonym

5. The beautiful story of the ugly beast makes me realized that love is
unconditional. antonym
6. The tiny ants save foods in their little house up the hill. synonym
7. She will arrive on Monday from Manila and will depart after a week.
antonym
8. The intelligent graduate of our school gave his brilliant ideas on COVID
Protocols. synonym
9. The tall boy plays with the small child. antonym
10.They have a many pocketbooks at home but only few were read. antonym

SAQ2: Circle the synonyms and box the antonyms in each sentence that helps you
understand the meaning of a bold word.

1. The indigo bird’s feather shone deep blue in the sunlight.

2. “It was scorching,” Larry said “and I mean really hot.”
3. She saw the child dangling the cat over the railing. “Why are you letting it hang
down like that?” she asked.
4. When she accidentally pushed the beautiful cake off the table, the child
demolished what her mother had created.
5. Their guffawing was so loud that Jorge had to wait until the laughter died down
before continuing his performance.
6. It was difficult to conceal the surprise party from her parents. She wanted to tell
them so badly!
7. He was the most hapless person Laura had ever known. In other words, he had
no luck at all.
8. Chen’s parents taught him that it was always better to tell the truth rather than a
falsehood.
9. “Spot” was an apt name for the dog. It was a fitting name because he had brown
spots on his fur.
10.When she hurled the ball across the field. I said, “I didn’t know you could throw
like that!”
Let’s Practice!

Directions: Read and understand the sentences carefully. Choose the letter of the
correct synonym or antonym for the underlined words below.

1.For Russel it’s the right decision but for his mom it’s _______.
a. wrong b. true c. perfect d. correct

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2.Every morning we raise our flag and ______it in the afternoon.

a. high b. lower c. small d. big

3.We have abundant vegetables in the garden and ________ of fruits as well.
a. plenty b. few c. some d. small

4.Her loyal friend is always ________ to her.

a. kind b. busy c. lovable d. faithful

5. The house looks so far but when we started to walk going there it is just _____.
a. clean b. small c. near d. distance
6.The noisy class disturbs the _____ children in the library.
a. quiet b. sleeping c. many d. few
7. Jessie finds it hard to understand the _______ questions of the test.
a. easy b. difficult c. fast d. slowly
8. The bore show turned to ______ the children when the clown came out.
a. noisy b. quiet c. happy d. amuse
9. Brielle laughs aloud while watching cartoons on TV but he suddenly ______ when
he is hungry.
a. cries b. smile c. angry d. happy
10. The white cloud is covered with ______ and the rain is about to fall.
a. black b. blue c. vast d. heavy

TRY
Let’s see how much have you learned today!

Directions: Read and understand each sentence carefully. Identify the meaning of the
words as synonyms written in bold and antonyms written in italicized by choosing the
letter of the correct answer.

1. Two girls started school this week. 6. Tara watches TV continuously.

Beth has a gregarious personality. a. in the morning
Jenna is rather quiet. b. all the time
a. shy c. never
b. outgoing d. in the country
c. bashful
d. timid
2. The cut scuttled quickly around the 7. The ugly monster’s face was
room without lying down at all. hideous to look at.
a. ran a. beautiful
b. walked b. scary
c. sneaked c. funny
d. crawled d. lovely

3. The altar boy was an acolyte- a helper

in the religious service 8. The soft pliable wood was easy
a. deacon to bend.
a. boss a. bendable
b. leader b. rough
c. helper c. solid
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4. Mom had to sterilize, or clean, the d. hard

baby’s bottle. 9. The smell from the refrigerator
a. dirty was very foul, but the freezer
b. throw smelled fresh.
c. clean a. bird
d. buy b. pleasant
5. The lady sat primly in the chair. c. free
a. proper or tall d. helpful
b. slouched 10.My best friend has a companion
c. up to me for five years.
d. down a. mother
b. friend
c. brother
d. father

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