1. Find the underlined word in each sentence. Match it with a sentence whose underlined word has the same meaning but a more positive connotation
The malfunctioning car engine let out a cacophony of sounds before it completely broke down. ---------------------
When I heard a strange howl coming from the backyard, I peeked out the window with a sense of dread. ---------------------
Their living room décor was done in rich, bold colors. ----------
With the loss of his partner of 30 years, he was completely crestfallen.--------------
The Egyptian tombs with their opulent displays of wealth have fascinated visitors for years
The plane noise bothered the tenants so much they petitioned to have fight paths moved
The young student felt some apprehension around going to school for the first day, but he did great
She is not discouraged by the bad weather she’ll run in any weather rain or shine
The malfunctioning car engine let out a cacophony of sounds before it completely broke down. - pleasant hum
When I heard a strange howl coming from the backyard, I peeked out the window with a sense of dread. - sense of excitement
Their living room décor was done in rich, bold colors. - vibrant colors
With the loss of his partner of 30 years, he was completely crestfallen. - deeply saddened
The Egyptian tombs with their opulent displays of wealth have fascinated visitors for years - breathtaking displays
The plane noise bothered the tenants so much they petitioned to have fight paths moved - airplane sounds
The young student felt some apprehension around going to school for the first day, but he did great - a mix of excitement and nervousness
She is not discouraged by the bad weather she’ll run in any weather rain or shine - no matter the weather