DIRECTIONS: Word choice when writing or speaking is important, for it can impact your message. Even words that are synonyms have meanings that can vary in clarity or degree. Read the original sentences below, and replace the underlined word with the BEST synonym.
Remember, all the choices may work as substitutions for the underlined word, but there is a BEST response, one that most appropriately and descriptively expresses the message of the sentence.

Original Sentence: I was so nervous before the big test that I thought I was going to pass out.

Group of answer choices

timid

anxious

scared

jumpy

Read the passage from an argumentative essay. many endangered species are currently threatened by climate change. there are some laws already in place, but are they effective enough? anyone with a conscience knows that these creatures deserve the chance to survive without outside threats impeding their survival. i suppose this is a tough decision for lawmakers, but i hope they choose wisely. which statement best evaluates the claim in the passage?

Tori is writing a literary analysis of the novel little women. read the following claim statement she wrote about the story. in little women, louisa may alcott uses figurative language to readers understand the feelings and experiences of the central characters. which quote from the story can tori use as evidence to support her claim? a. “she knew it very well, for it was that beautiful old story of the best life ever lived, and jo felt that it was a true guidebook for any pilgrim going on a long journey.” b. “‘and so nice of annie moffat not to forget her promise. a whole fortnight of fun will be regularly splendid,’ replied jo, looking like a windmill as she folded skirts with her long arms.” c. “‘rather a pleasant year on the whole! ’ said meg, smiling at the fire, and congratulating herself on having treated mr. brooke with dignity.” d. “‘what are you thinking of, beth? ’ asked jo, when amy had her father and told about her ring.”

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