Standard(s):
[ELA2021] (2) 16 : 16. Describe word relationships and nuances in word meanings, including relating them to their opposites and distinguishing shades of meaning in similar or related words.
a. Use knowledge of antonyms and synonyms.
b. Distinguish shades of meaning among verbs and adjectives.
Examples: Act out jog, gallop, and sprint to distinguish shades of meaning in words related to run.
pretty, beautiful, gorgeous; tiny, small, petite
c. Use knowledge of homophones to determine use of the correct word.
d. With prompting and support, interpret figurative language.
[ELA2021] (3) -3 : R3. Expand background knowledge and build vocabulary through discussion, reading, and writing.
[ELA2021] (3) 14 : 14. Describe word relationships and nuances in word meanings, including relating them to their opposites and distinguishing shades of meaning in similar or related words, including nouns, verbs, and adjectives.
a. Determine meaning of words using synonyms in context.
b. Determine meaning of words using antonyms as a clue.
c. Describe the similarities and differences between related words.
d. Use knowledge of homophones to determine appropriate use of words.
e. Interpret figurative language.
f. Identify relationships and nuances in word meanings to determine real-life connections between words and their use.
Examples: Discuss relationships in words related to home (house, residence, habitat) and give reasons for choosing a particular word in speaking or writing.
Distinguish shades of meaning in words related to bad (terrible, awful, horrible) and give reasons for choosing a particular word in speaking or writing.
Distinguish shades of meaning in words related to talk (yell, scream, bellow) and give reasons for choosing a particular word in speaking or writing.
[ELA2021] (4) 10 : 10. Interpret words and phrases, including figurative language, as they are used in a text.
a. Explain how specific word choices shape meaning or tone.
b. Explain how figurative language contributes to the meaning of text, including simile, metaphor, alliteration, personification, hyperbole, and idioms.
c. Use the relationships between synonyms, antonyms, and homographs to increase understanding of word meanings.
[ELA2021] (5) 11 : 11. Acquire and use grade-level vocabulary, clarifying the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases in text, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.