A4. Match the words and the word combinations with the opposite meanings.

Solution:

• 1. to come on time - c) to be late
• 2. to attend classes - a) to miss classes
• 3. exciting - d) boring
• 4. to be awarded - b) to be punished

Explanation: This exercise focuses on antonyms (opposites). 'Coming on time' is the opposite of 'being late'. 'Attending classes' is the opposite of 'missing classes'. 'Exciting' is the opposite of 'boring'. 'Being awarded' (receiving a prize or recognition) is the opposite of 'being punished' (receiving a penalty).