Question

grade 8 - visual vocabulary
quarter 2: arc 2 session 1
the thrill of horror: why do we sometimes like to feel frightened?
directions: write words that mean the same as or opposite, then use this word in a sentence, and use the word bank words to fill in your chart.

1. fate- (noun) the development of events beyond a person’s control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power.

antonym:
synonym:
sentence:

1. jarred- (verb, past tense) had a disturbing effect

synonyms
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Explanation:

For the word "fate":

• Antonym: "free will" (as fate is about events beyond control, free will is about personal choice).
• Synonym: "destiny" (both refer to a predetermined course of events).
• Sentence: "She believed her fate was sealed, but he thought he could change his destiny through hard work."

For the word "jarred":

• Synonyms: "disturbed", "shocked", "agitated" (words with a similar meaning of causing a disturbing effect).
• Antonyms: "calmed", "soothed", "comforted" (words with the opposite meaning of calming instead of disturbing).

Answer:

1. fate

• Antonym: free will
• Synonym: destiny
• Sentence: She believed her fate was sealed, but he thought he could change his destiny through hard work.

2. jarred

• Synonyms: disturbed, shocked, agitated
• Antonyms: calmed, soothed, comforted