Utilizing Synonyms

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is about using synonyms as cohesive devices to improve writing. It presents the idea that cohesive writing ties together sentences and paragraphs, supporting the overarching idea or theme of the text. The term “cohesive” is derived from a Latin word meaning “to stick together,” and using synonyms is one method to achieve cohesion by avoiding repetitive language. The worksheet provides sentences where the same noun is used more than once, and the task is to replace the repeated noun with a synonym.

The worksheet teaches students how to use synonyms to avoid redundancy in their writing. By finding alternative words with similar meanings, students can make their writing more varied and engaging. This exercise encourages the development of a broader vocabulary and demonstrates how word choice impacts the readability of a text. Ultimately, students learn to create more seamless and interesting prose by substituting repeated nouns with synonyms.