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English Quiz - Synonyms 01 (Questions)

Synonyms are words with similar meanings. Build a stronger vocabulary by choosing the best synonym for tone, audience, and context in your KS3 English writing.

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Fascinating Fact:

British and American choices differ, trainers in the UK and sneakers in the USA name the same item.

In KS3 English, you learn how synonyms help vary language and improve precision. Picking the right word depends on meaning, formality, and how it sounds with the rest of the sentence.

Key Terms

  • Synonym: A word with a similar meaning to another word, for example small and little.
  • Register: The level of formality of a word or phrase, such as informal kids versus formal children.
  • Nuance: A small difference in meaning or feeling, like angry versus furious.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is a synonym in KS3 English?

A synonym is a word with a similar meaning to another word. Using synonyms helps avoid repetition and lets you choose a word that fits the tone.

How do I choose the best synonym for my sentence?

Match the meaning and register. Check if the word is formal or informal, and read the sentence aloud to see which option sounds natural.

Are British and American synonyms always interchangeable?

No. Some words differ by variety and audience. For example, UK readers expect trainers while US readers expect sneakers. Choose for your readers.

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1. Find the synonym of the following word.
Tiny
[ ] Big
[ ] Huge
[ ] Large
[ ] Minute
2. Find the synonym of the following word.
Eager
[ ] Calm
[ ] Controlled
[ ] Keen
[ ] Reticent
3. Find the synonym of the following word.
Detach
[ ] Attach
[ ] Join
[ ] Separate
[ ] Unite
4. Find the synonym of the following word.
Sow
[ ] Gather in
[ ] Harvest
[ ] Reap
[ ] Scatter seed
5. Find the synonym of the following word.
Build
[ ] Construct
[ ] Demolish
[ ] Destroy
[ ] Knock down
6. Find the synonym of the following word.
Calm
[ ] Disturbed
[ ] Peaceful
[ ] Rough
[ ] Stormy
7. Find the synonym of the following word.
Difficult
[ ] Easy
[ ] Facile
[ ] Helpful
[ ] Not easy
8. Find the synonym of the following word.
Stop
[ ] Go
[ ] Halt
[ ] Move
[ ] Travel
9. Find the synonym of the following word.
Hurry
[ ] Cease
[ ] Pause
[ ] Rush
[ ] Stop
10. What does "synonymous" mean?
[ ] Having a different meaning
[ ] Having a similar meaning
[ ] Having an opposite meaning
[ ] Having another meaning

 

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English Quiz - Synonyms 01 (Answers)
1. Find the synonym of the following word.
Tiny
[ ] Big
[ ] Huge
[ ] Large
[x] Minute
"Minute" means "very small", making it a synonym of "tiny"
2. Find the synonym of the following word.
Eager
[ ] Calm
[ ] Controlled
[x] Keen
[ ] Reticent
"Reticent" means "quiet" or "reserved", making it an antonym of "eager"
3. Find the synonym of the following word.
Detach
[ ] Attach
[ ] Join
[x] Separate
[ ] Unite
"Detach" and "attach" are opposites, or antonyms
4. Find the synonym of the following word.
Sow
[ ] Gather in
[ ] Harvest
[ ] Reap
[x] Scatter seed
"Sow" is a verb meaning "scatter", but its homonym "sow" is a noun meaning a "mother pig"
5. Find the synonym of the following word.
Build
[x] Construct
[ ] Demolish
[ ] Destroy
[ ] Knock down
Don't use the same word repeatedly in your writing; instead use synonyms for variety
6. Find the synonym of the following word.
Calm
[ ] Disturbed
[x] Peaceful
[ ] Rough
[ ] Stormy
"Calm" and "rough" are antonyms: they have opposite meanings
7. Find the synonym of the following word.
Difficult
[ ] Easy
[ ] Facile
[ ] Helpful
[x] Not easy
"Facile" means "easy", so is the opposite of "difficult"
8. Find the synonym of the following word.
Stop
[ ] Go
[x] Halt
[ ] Move
[ ] Travel
How many synonyms for "go" can you list?
9. Find the synonym of the following word.
Hurry
[ ] Cease
[ ] Pause
[x] Rush
[ ] Stop
Try to use synonyms and antonyms in your writing
10. What does "synonymous" mean?
[ ] Having a different meaning
[x] Having a similar meaning
[ ] Having an opposite meaning
[ ] Having another meaning
Synonyms are words with similar meanings
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