Context Clues Lesson

Multiple Choice

What is the closest synonym for "context?"

• synonym
• definition
• setting
• theme

Multiple Choice

"The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest." what is the best synonym for "injunction?"

• official command
• question
• crime
• guilty verdict

Multiple Choice

"While the people of Guilder were forced to read propaganda, the citizens of Florin were able to read honest, fact-based news reporting." In this example, the word "propaganda" can be defined through:

• homophones
• homonyms
• synonyms
• antonyms

Multiple Choice

"Unlike the other candidates, who stammered and stuttered through their speeches, Lilli was eloquent." What is the best definition of "eloquent?"

• well-spoken
• musical
• quick witted
• intelligent

Multiple Choice

"We accept $10 bills, $20 bills, and any other denomination you might have." What does "denomination" mean in this context?

• credit card
• value of money
• loan
• form of currency

Multiple Choice

"Voldemort was a malevolent force in the world -- cruel, violent, and evil." In the previous sentence, you can define the word "malevolent" through the use of:

• antonyms
• synonyms
• homonyms
• homophones

Multiple Choice

Imperialism flourished in the 19th century, as the British took control of India and Belgium seized the Congo." What does "imperialism" mean?

• When one country declares war on another
• When two countries form a partnership
• When a country declares its independence
• When one country takes over another

Multiple Choice

The words "climatic" and "climactic" have similar ___ but different ___.

• sounds; meanings
• synonyms; antonyms
• spellings; sounds
• meanings; spellings

Multiple Choice

"King Max was known for his benevolence. He was said to be the ___, gentlest, and most generous man in the kingdom." what word might fit in the blank?

• happiest
• richest
• handomest
• nicest

Multiple Choice

"The performers diverted the guests with a variety of jokes and songs." What's an antonym for "diverted?"

• entertained
• bored
• satisfied
• punctured

Multiple Choice

Comparing something opposite is using what type of clues?

• Antonyms
• Synonyms
• Examples
• Definitions

Multiple Choice

Violence, whether it is hitting, kicking, or punching, is not tolerated at school.
This uses which type of context clue?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

Multiple Choice

"The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest." what is the best synonym for "injunction?"

• official command
• question
• crime
• guilty verdict

Multiple Choice

"Unlike the other candidates, who stammered and stuttered through their speeches, Lilli was eloquent." What is the best definition of "eloquent?"

• well-spoken
• musical
• quick witted
• intelligent

Multiple Choice

"We accept $10 bills, $20 bills, and any other denomination you might have." What does "denomination" mean in this context?

• credit card
• value of money
• loan
• form of currency

Multiple Choice

Tonya was relaxing with a magazine when her father walked in, looking perturbed and sounding annoyed, too. What words give you clues to the meaning of perturbed?

• can you help me
• her father walked in 
• sounding annoyed, too
• relaxing with a magazine

Multiple Choice

The ancient Greeks pioneered many of the kinds of writing we consider standard today. They wrote speeches, plays, poems, books about science and learning, long histories of the things that happened to them.

What does the word pioneered probably

mean?

• Complicated

• Developed

• Destroyed

• Explored

Multiple Choice

Lakes occupy less than two percent of the Earth’s surface, yet they help sustain life. For instance, lakes give us fish to eat, irrigate crops, and generate electrical power.

What does the word sustain probably mean?

• Support

• obstruct

• Prolong

• Destroy

Multiple Choice

Bats that eat fruit and nectar spread seeds and help flowers grow. Without bats many important plants would not thrive.

What does the word thrive probably mean?

• Flourish

• Die

• Wither

• Deteriorate

Multiple Choice

My mom wanted to get the red napkins for the party and my dad wanted the blue napkins, but I’m not even concerned about such frivolous things. 

• basic
• expensive
• unimportant
• very important

Multiple Choice

Marty is gregarious, unlike his brother who is quiet and shy.

• unlike

• brother

• quiet

Multiple Choice

Most of America's Founding Fathers did not believe in women's suffrage. Only men could vote in the United states until 1920.

• something that causes physical pain

• an early flag

• skirts that did not cover ankles

• the right to vote

Multiple Choice

If you don't curtail your spending, you'll be broke in no time at all!

• buy

• behind

• follow

• reduce

Multiple Choice

If your plan fails, we’ll have to find someone who can devise a better one.

• accurate

• design

• use

• good

Multiple Choice

We had so much fun at the party! Everyone had a terrific time.
This is an example of which type of context clue?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

Multiple Choice

Mr. James wants us to be prompt in the mornings, not late.
Which type of context clue is used?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

Multiple Choice

An Army uniform has symbols on it. These emblems show what the person has done in the Army.
What type of context clue is this?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

Multiple Choice

Brianna was uncertain about the question, but she gave her answer as though she was sure of it.
Which type of context clue is used here?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

Multiple Choice

Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.
Which type of context clue is being used?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

Multiple Choice

The store specializes in cutlery, such as forks and knives, that has unique designs.
Which type of context clue is being used?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition