2.1.1.2 - Synonym or Restatement Clues
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What is a synonym for 'happy' based on the phrase: 'She was joyful and happy today.'?
💡 Hint: Look for a word that means the same thing in the sentence.
In the sentence: 'The weather was clear, it was a bright, sunny day,' what does 'bright' mean?
💡 Hint: Check the context in the sentence.
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What is a synonym for 'enormous' as used in: 'The enormous mountain towered over the valley.'?
💡 Hint: Think of words with similar meanings.
'Contrary to popular belief, cats can be quite affectionate,' what does 'contrary' suggest?
💡 Hint: Consider words that imply disagreement.
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Given the passage, 'The debate was contentious, filled with heated arguments and disagreements,' determine the meaning of 'contentious.'
💡 Hint: Consider how the words relate to conflict.
Evaluate the sentence: 'The author’s thesis was clear and unequivocal; there was no room for doubt.' What does 'unequivocal' convey?
💡 Hint: Think about how clarity plays into arguments.
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