Context Clues Practice

Front

sweltered

The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.

Back

sweated

Front

precariously

Back

dangerously

Front

We often travel to New England in autumn to see the bright colors of the foliage.

Back

leaves

Front

The mood was somber at the funeral of the former president.

Back

serious

Front

Cold rain fell all day, making it a dismal Saturday afternoon.

Back

gloomy

Front

Prevaricating

Back

lying

Front

consternation

Sally felt a rising sense of consternation when she realized she had not done her homework.

Back

worry

Front

APPREHENSIVE

Ben is so APPREHENSIVE about appearing in the play that he has an upset stomach.

Back

nervous

Front

balked

I tried to make my pony jump the stream, but she balked.

Back

refused

Front

beverages

Back

drinks