Igcse Model Questions Vol1 2020 English Language Question 5

Read the following passage carefully. "When I arrived at school early, the atmosphere was lively and the corridors buzzed with excited chatter. The teachers welcomed us warmly, and the lessons began promptly. By lunchtime, the sky turned grey, and the sudden downpour forced everyone to rush back to the classrooms, where the atmosphere became tense and the students felt weary. After the break, the bright sunshine returned, lifting everyone's spirits and restoring the lively mood." Based on the passage, answer the following: a) Choose any three words from the passage and give a suitable synonym for each. b) Choose any three different words from the passage and give a suitable antonym for each. c) Discuss how a good knowledge of synonyms and antonyms can help a student perform better in English language examinations. Provide two specific ways in which this knowledge is useful.