Context Clues

Context Clues

Lookfor keywords such as like, such as, or

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My dog is so timid. He is like a little mouse that hides when he gets scared. What does the word timid mean?

• Energetic

• Fearful

• Happy

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The decor, including the fancy lights, beautiful paintings and unique furniture made the house look stunning. What does the word decor mean?

• Decorations

• Furniture

• Paintings

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Stealing is an infraction, or the act of breaking the law. What does the word infraction mean?

• Detention

• A ticket

• The act of breaking the law

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A volunteer firefighter works for no pay. What does the word volunteer mean?

• A firefighter

• Someone who works for no pay

• Someone who is paid to work

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A beaver uses its big front teeth to gnaw trees. These incisors continue to grow as they are worn away. What does the word incisors mean?

• Teeth

• Claws

• A type of beaver

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It was an idyllic day-sunny, warm, and perfect for a walk in the park! What does the word idyllic mean?

• Wonderful

• Miserable

• Cold

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She hums continuously, or all the time, and it annoys me. What does the word continuously mean?

• Hums

• Never

• All the time

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Stacey was suspicious when the clown handed them a box. But her gullible little brother opened it anyway. What does the word gullible mean?

• Sad

• Trusting

• Doomed

• Careful

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Instead of a grimace, Claudia had a big smile across her face. What does the word grimace mean?

• Grin

• Hat

• Frown

• Mask

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Bob is quite versatile. He is a good athlete, a top student, and a gourmet chef. What does the word versatile mean?

• Having many different skills

• Boring

• Happy