Context Clues

"The altar boy was an acolyte - a helper in the religious service."

Using context clues, acolyte in this sentence means

• helper

• leader

• deacon

• boss

"Ellie is a blithe young girl. She always greets everyone with a smile."

Using context clues, blithe in this sentence means

• angry

• dull

• sad

• cheery

"An evanescent ring surrounded the moon as it rose. It was there for a moment, and then it disappeared."

Using context clues, evanescent in this sentence means

• brief

• continuous

• long

• full

"An edifice, such as the Empire State Building, can take years to build."

Using context clues, edifice in this sentence means

• parking garage

• stadium

• forest

• large building

"After being unable to get a good night's sleep for many days, Allyson became lethargic. She didn't have the energy to get out of bed."

Using context clues, lethargic in the sentence means

• wired

• exhausted

• active

• rowdy