Multiple Meaning Words

Edward has always been an honor roll student. Parents and teachers all praise his efforts in the classroom. He is able to pick up things easily and does very little studying outside of the classroom. Some would say he is very sharp.

From the clues in the paragraph, waht does the word sharp mean?

• dressed in style

• very smart

• able to cut or slice easily

Lately, Papaw is getting bored with his job as an architect. He says he wants to branch out and try being a chef.

From the clues in the sentences, what does the word branch mean?

• part of a tree that grows from the trunk.

• expand interests in a new direction.

• local division of a business.

The theme, or main message, of the play was to help others in need.

Which words from the bolded sentence BEST help the reader know the meaning of theme?

• main message

• of the play

• to help others in need

Emma and Sophia were playing in the woods behind their house. Suddenly, Emma fell on a log. Sophia said, "Come on, Emma! Get up!" Obviously, Sophia didn't understand the gravity of the situation because Emma's leg was broken, and she couldn't stand.

What does the underlined word gravity mean?

• natural force of attraction

• seriousness

• a kind of rock

Every day, Alexander asks people for lunch money, so I try to avoid him as we get into line.

From the clues in the sentence, what does the word avoid mean?

• get close to

• stand behind

• stay away

If you use drugs or alcohol, the effect can be devastating to you and your family and have terrible consequences.

Which words from the bolded sentence BEST help the reader know the meaning of effect?

• use drugs or alcohol

• devastating to you

• you and your family

I am so excited that we are going to build a new house! My mom and dad have the building plans ready to go, but the lot isn't cleared of trees yet. Mom says as soon as the clearing is completed, the builder will begin.

From the clues in the paragraph, what does the word lot mean?

• a movie studio

• a piece of land

• many trees

The silly little squirrel was curious about the new squirrel feeder.

From the clues in the sentence, what does the word curious mean?

• mean

• thinking

• interested

I watched the aircraft bank to the left as it made a quick change of direction.

From the clues in the sentence, what does the word bank mean?

• a place for keeping money

• tilt sideways to make a turn

• land alongside of a river or lake

Sarah was bothered by the constant whining of her little sister.

From the clues in the sentence, what does the word bothered mean?

• determined

• sad

• upset