Using Context Clues for Unknown Words

Johnny was apprehensive, or nervous, about going to a new school.
What does the word apprehensive mean?

• nervous
• happy
• bored
• excited

We took the vessel on the lake to go fishing.
What does the word vessel mean?

• car
• box
• boat
• rod

Gabby didn't understand the question, so she asked the teacher to clarify it.
What does the word clarify mean?

• remove
• call
• explain
• answer

The twins like to confuse their parents by switching places at the dinner table.

• hide from
• mix up
• try out
• make angry

Sue likes to go on long strolls in the park.
What does the word strolls mean?

• naps
• walks
• bike rides
• talks