Context Clues

Front

The movie star's home was palatial.

Back

like a palace

Front

Sarah spilled her beverage, causing Olivia to slip. What does 'beverage' mean?

Back

a drink

Front

Lincoln helped to abolish slavery in the U.S. after the Civil War.

Back

outlaw

Front

Fell off trampoline, fractured arm, wore cast. Meaning of 'fractured'?

Back

broke

Front

The class decided to exhibit the science projects during Parent's Night for parents to see.

Back

show

Front

Pedestrians should look both ways before crossing the street to avoid getting hit by vehicles. What does 'pedestrians' mean?

Back

people who walk

Front

The frigid water made Elizabeth's teeth chatter as she ran towards the warm fire.

Back

cold

Front

They composed a letter to the governor asking for more soldiers in the fort. What does 'composed' mean?

Back

wrote

Front

The children pleaded with their mother for an ice cream cone, which they rarely enjoyed. What does 'pleaded' mean?

Back

begged

Front

The pioneers who had endured the long winter were very happy with the warmth of spring. What does 'endured' mean?

Back

survived