Context Clues

Context Clues

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: “The little boy was delighted and smiling from cheek to check when he saw the monkey with a helmet leading the parade on a motorcycle.”

• To wonder what is happening

• To be very happy

• To be slightly confused

• To be doubtful

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: "I formed an alliance with the team members that helped me."

• a disagreement between a group of people

• an agreement made by a group of people

• An unhealthy relationship

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: "Brandy excelled at her gymnastics meet, so her family had an ice cream party to celebrate."

• To do well

• To do poorly

• To show up late

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: "When I arrived home to find all of our furniture tipped over and broken glass everywhere, I instinctively looked for an intruder and called 911."

• to forget to do something

• to do it without thinking first

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: "When the police officer arrived on the scene, it was complete chaos. Everyone was running around and no one knew what to do."

• tidy and well maintained

• total confusion

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: "The first time Mrs. Bates called me up to give a speech, I cowered down and thought I was going to be sick. Now I am no longer afraid and I even volunteer to go first!"

• to shy away in fear

• to get excited about something

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: “I thought I heard a faint scratching noise, but I figured that it might just be in my head.”

• I strong sound or smell

• To lose consciousness or pass out

• A light sound difficult to notice

• to be mysterious

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: “She does not communicate with me so I only have a vague idea as to how I can help.”

• Unclear or uncertain

• Very detailed

• To have understanding

• To be clear and concise

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct meaning of the unknown word: “As Tommy walked home with the money he stole from church, strong feelings of remorse bubbled in his stomach.”

• Confusion

• Pride

• Anger

• Guilt or regret