English Language Arts Grade 8 45 min

Determine the meaning of words using antonyms in context

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The path was wide, but the bridge was **narrow**. What does **narrow** mean?

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Unlike his **gregarious** brother, Tom was shy. What does **gregarious** mean?

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He thought the test would be simple; it turned out to be quite **complex**. What does **complex** mean?

Sample Practice Questions

Easy
The desert is arid, but the jungle is **humid**. What does **humid** mean?
0.Dry
1.Moist
2.Hot
3.Cold
Easy
Unlike the brave lion, the mouse was **timid**. What does **timid** mean?
0.Bold
1.Fierce
2.Shy
3.Small
Easy
I hoped for a light backpack, but it was actually quite **ponderous**. What does **ponderous** mean?
0.Heavy
1.Empty
2.New
3.Bright

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