Context Clues

Front

rash (in the context: Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning!)

Back

with little thought or consideration

Front

beacon

Back

a light as a signal or warning

Front

duration
Example: Yesterday we went to an amusement park. The first ride we went on was an extreme roller coaster. The recording at the beginning reminded us to stay seated during the entire duration of the ride.

Back

the time something continues

Front

meticulously

Back

working very carefully.

Front

stationary
The continents are slowly drifting apart. Since they are not stationary, North and South America will one day separate entirely.

Back

Staying in one place

Front

When you are reading and come to an unknown word, what should you do first? Options: Look for clues in the sentence, Ask your teacher, Look it up in the dictionary, Skip it

Back

Look for clues in the sentence

Front

Christmas is a time when Dad reverts to his childhood. I really think he looks forward to Santa’s visit more than any other member of the family. Mom says that he’ll always be a child during this season.

Back

goes back to being what he was

Front

The McDonald's arches were visible from the highway. We could see them from a mile away.

Back

able to be seen

Front

Dogs are prohibited in my apartment but cats are allowed.

Back

not allowed

Front

succinct I want you to give a succinct answer, not a very long one.

Back

short