Context Clues

Context Clues

Context clues are hints used to figure out the meaning of a word.

Multiple Choice

Based on the sentences, what does the underlined word mean?:

I hope we have a lot for dinner. I’m famished!

• bored

• excited

• tired

• hungry

Multiple Choice

Based on the sentence, what does the underlined word mean?:

Mary scalded her hand because the water was too hot.

• touched

• burned

• hit

• yelled

Multiple Choice

Based on the sentence, what does the underlined word mean?:

The zany clown made everyone laugh.

• boring

• mean

• young

• goofy

Multiple Choice

Based on the sentences, what could the underlined word mean?

Ricky was feeling anxious about dancing. His forehead was sweating and his hands couldn't stop shaking.

• worried

• excited

• creative

• confident

Open Ended

(1) What could the underlined word mean?

(2) Based on the sentence, how do you know?

I need help to distinguish reptiles from amphibians, but I have no problem telling how they are alike.

Open Ended

(1) What could the underlined word mean?

(2) Based on the sentence, how do you know?

After jumping and running around, I'm feeling parched. My mouth is dry and I would love a really tall glass of water to feel better.

Poll

How was it?

Check ALL that apply.

• I answered everything on my own.

• I feel good about my answers.

• I had some help.

• I needed help for everything.