Context Clues

Phyllis felt elated when she won the race.

using the explanation clue, the word elated in this sentence means

• miserable

• tired

• sick

• happy

Projectiles include those items that are shot forward such as a cannon shell, bullet, or rocket.

Using the example clue, the word projectiles in this sentence means?

• things shot forward

• things put down

• things broken

• things hurt

A colossus, such as the Statue of Liberty, can be seen for miles around.

Using the example clue, the word colossus in this sentence means?

• airplan

• torch

• huge statue

• small

We had to vacate the building when the fire alarm sounded because no one could be left inside.

Using the explanation clue, the word vacate in this sentence means?

• assemble

• obey

• leave

• destroy

We took a pair of shoes to the cobbler, so he could fix them for us.

Using the explanation clue, the word cobbler in this sentence means?

• stones

• convert

• shield

• shoe mender

Being eccentric, such as having pink or blue hair, is sure to get you attention, but it may not be the kind you want.

Using the example clue, the word eccentric in this sentence means?

• not ordinary

• rebellious

• plain

• simple

Mrs. Williams has many culinary talents-cooking an incredible dinner and even better lunch.

Using the example clue, the word culinary in this sentence means?

• of cooking

• of science

• of math

• of medicine

Sunlight can't shine through opaque objects like brick walls and wooden doors.

Using the example clue, the word opaque in this sentence means?

• thin

• thick

• transparent

• clear

Where we live in Northern Maine, the winters are quite harsh. Each year we fly to a warm climate for a break from the cold weather. It feels like utopia every time we step off the plane at our destination.

Using the example clue, the word utopia in this sentence means?

• sad

• trickery

• dreamland

• nighttime

Animals from the equine group, such as horses and zebras, are hoofed mammals.

Using the example clue, the word equine in this sentence means?

• bird

• fish

• reptile

• horse group