Using Context Clues

The story was so depressing and morose, no one wanted to finish it. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

• Antonym Clue

• Synonym Clue

• Inference Clue

• Definition Clue

• Example Clue

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Wood, paper, and gasoline are all flammable substances. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

• Antonym Clue

• Synonym Clue

• Inference Clue

• Definition Clue

• Example Clue

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

I love to read and have a plethora of books stuffing my overcrowded shelves. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

• Antonym Clue

• Synonym Clue

• Inference Clue

• Definition Clue

• Example Clue

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

The teacher told the class to solve the algorithm, the formula used to calculate the answer. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

• Antonym Clue

• Synonym Clue

• Inference Clue

• Definition Clue

• Example Clue

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

Although most glass is transparent, the specially made glass had a coating that made it opaque. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

• Antonym Clue

• Synonym Clue

• Inference Clue

• Definition Clue

• Example Clue

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Instead of picking a beautiful dress, my friend selected a grotesque mask and tattered clothing for the costume party. What is the best meaning of the underlined word?

• lovely

• attractive

• horrifying

• mysterious

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

I did not buy the gaudy dress because it was covered with sequins, beads, and feathers. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

• tacky

• beautiful

• expensive

• large

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The abandoned house was overrun with vermin including rats, mice, and bugs. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

• mammals

• birds

• livestock

• pests

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The new sculpture was 20 feet tall. The enormous, immense figure loomed over the city. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

• tiny

• attractive

• giant

• stone

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

My dog loves his food and will devour it quickly once it is placed in front of him. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

• small

• retreat from

• eat

• refuse

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4