Context Clues Review

What are context clues?

• clues in the the text that help the reader identify the theme

• Clues in the the text that help the reader identify the main idea

• clues in the text that help the reader define unfamiliar words

• clues in the text that help the reader identify the plot

Select all that apply: Which of the following is an type of context clue?

• Synonyms

• Hyperbole

• Examples

• Definitions

• Antonyms

______________ are words with the same or similar meanings

• antonyms

• synonyms

• homonyms

• paranyms

_________________ are words with opposite meanings.

• Antonyms

• Synonyms

• Homonyms

• Paranyms

Based on its use in line 15, what is the meaning of the word moisten?

• To make heavy

• To keep hidden

• To keep warm

• To make wet

Which phrase matches the definition of the word reliable as it is used in paragraph 22?

• able to be quiet

• able to change plans if necessary

• able to forgive easily

• able to be trusted with responsibilities

What is the meaning of the word aisles as it is used in paragraph 1?

• teams

• rows

• spaces

• parts

What does the phrase “haven’t been up to snuff” mean in paragraph 8?

• do not smell good

• are not ready yet

• do not cost much

• are not good enough

n line 22, what is the meaning of the phrase "weak and gray"?

• old

• playful

• shy

• untidy

What is the meaning of line 4?

• The lawn mower was put together poorly.

• The lawn mower was powerful.

• The lawn mower was able to move quickly.

• The lawn mower was noisy