Check for understanding: Identify the synonym and antonym of words in the
context of a sentence.
1. The following passage comes from an article about technology is changing the work of elected officials in Congress. Fewer staff hours are used on mail and managing paper­based archives. More goes toward digital efforts — good communication will always be integral to good oversight. In this sentence, integral can be replaced with which SYNONYM? A) useful B) essential C) basic D) irrelevant 2. Read this sentence from an opinion column in USA Today. We don't have all the answers, but it's clear the status quo isn't working. Thinking of innovative ways to provide care to those with mental illness is imperative. Which word is an ANTONYM for innovative? A) familiar B) traditional C) creative D) new 3. What is the best ANTONYM for augments as it is used in the following sentence? LeBron James has never been the highest­paid player on his team, but he augments his on­court earnings with millions in endorsements. A) decreases B) replaces C) enlarges D) adds to 4. Jessica Guynn, a reporter for USA Today, writes, The technology industry has come under fire for its lack of women in technical and executive ranks and for not creating a work environment that is more welcoming to women. Which word below is the BEST synonym of fire as it is used in the sentence? A) complaint B) flame C) attack D) support Answer Key 1. B 2. B 3. A 4. C